Faucheur Collection

June, from the Zodiac Window, 13th century (stained glass)
PC129079 June, from the Zodiac Window, 13th century (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres, France; (add.info.: earthly cycle of the year;)

Ms 1058-1975 f6r Mowing Grass, illuminated calendar page for June, from a Book of Hours, c. 1500 (vellum)
FIT133910 Ms 1058-1975 f6r Mowing Grass, illuminated calendar page for June, from a Book of Hours, c.1500 (vellum) by Flemish School, (16th century); 19.2x13.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Ms 438 The Month of June: Reaping, from a Book of Hours, 1490 (vellum)
CHT202249 Ms 438 The Month of June: Reaping, from a Book of Hours, 1490 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque de L'Arsenal, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet

Ms Hunter 229 f. 4r Mowing, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) (detail)
GUL51386 Ms Hunter 229 f.4r Mowing, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) (detail) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Faucheur; Mower; Maher (engraving)
7195966 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Faucheur; Mower; Maher (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faucheur; Mower; Maher)

Fol. 7v The Month of July: Harvest and Sheep Shearing, from the
XIR254909 Fol.7v The Month of July: Harvest and Sheep Shearing, from the Breviarium Grimani, c.1515 (vellum) by Flemish School, (16th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Venice

A peasant, mowing (oil on canvas)
BWM155756 A peasant, mowing (oil on canvas) by Jacque, Charles Emile (1813-94); The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham, UK; eBowes Museum; French, out of copyright

Permit fish, mahi mahi and sand tilefish
Permit fish, Trachinotus falcatus, common dolphinfish or mahi mahi, Coryphaena pelagica, and sand tilefish, Malacanthus plumieri

The Mowers (pen, ink & wash on paper)
XPG329617 The Mowers (pen, ink & wash on paper) by Clausen, George (1852-1944); 26.7x21 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Quatrefoils depicting Cancer and June, c. 1220 (stone)
PC222513 Quatrefoils depicting Cancer and June, c.1220 (stone) by French School, (13th century); Cathedral of Notre Dame, Amiens, France; French, out of copyright

Mowers, 1891 (oil on canvas)
USH13404 Mowers, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Clausen, George (1852-1944); 101.6x86.4 cm; Lincolnshire County Council, Usher Gallery, Lincoln, UK; eUsher Gallery; English, out of copyright

Fol. 58v June: Haymaking (vellum)
XIR243789 Fol.58v June: Haymaking (vellum) by Matfre Ermengaut (d.1322); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; French, out of copyright

The Month of July, detail of reaping, c. 1400 (fresco)
XIR239963 The Month of July, detail of reaping, c.1400 (fresco) by Bohemian School, (15th century); Castello del Buonconsiglio, Trento

Ms 134 June: Reaping, from a Book of Hours (vellum)
XIR213930 Ms 134 June: Reaping, from a Book of Hours (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Angers, France; French, out of copyright

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"Faucheur: A Timeless Symbol of June's Harvest and Growth" In the vibrant world of art, the faucheur, or mower, has long been an emblematic figure associated with the bountiful month of June. From ancient stained glass windows to illuminated manuscripts and engravings, this humble laborer has left an indelible mark on artistic representations throughout history. Dating back to the 13th century, a Zodiac Window showcases intricate details of each astrological sign, including Cancer for June. Amongst these celestial symbols lies a captivating depiction of a faucheur diligently mowing grass—a testament to the importance of agriculture during this fruitful time. Fast forward to the 15th century, where vellum pages from Books of Hours offer glimpses into daily life. On one such page from around 1500, we find an exquisite portrayal of June's calendar scene featuring a meticulous illustration known as "Mowing Grass. " The delicate strokes bring forth a sense of tranquility as our faucheur gracefully tends to his task amidst nature's splendor. Moving further in time but still captivated by this timeless theme, we encounter another Book of Hours from 1490 showcasing "The Month of June: Reaping. " Here again is our trusty faucheur at work—his presence reminding us that reaping what we sow requires both dedication and perseverance. Even earlier than these illuminations stands out an extraordinary pen and ink drawing from the Hunterian Psalter circa 1170. In this detailed masterpiece titled "Mowing, " every stroke reveals not only the physicality but also the spiritual significance attributed to manual labor during summer months. Beyond manuscripts and drawings lie other forms through which artists have celebrated this noble profession. An engraving entitled "Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Faucheur; Mower; Maher" captures various aspects related to mowing while highlighting its linguistic diversity across cultures. The faucheur's influence extends beyond the realm of art.