Scythes Collection (page 3)

Staff Head. Bronze, 17 cm. 4th century BC. Proceeds from Alexandropol Barrow, Ukraine. Scythian Art. Jewelry. RUSSIA. SAINT PETERSBURG. Saint Petersburg. State Hermitage Museum. Proc: UKRAINE

Stick handle with figure of a stag 7th BC. Bronze. Proceeds from Kuban, Russia. Scythian Art. Jewelry. RUSSIA. SAINT PETERSBURG. Saint Petersburg. State Hermitage Museum. Proc: TURKEY. BLACK SEA COAST

The Destruction of Charless balloon, Paris, August 27th 1783, from Wonderful
KW288075 The Destruction of Charless balloon, Paris, August 27th 1783, from Wonderful Balloon Ascents or the Conquest of the Skies, by Fulgence Marion, published in c.1870 (litho) by French School

July, Julius Goltzius, Gillis Mostaert (I), Hans van Luyck, c. 1560 - 1595

Mowers resting near a house, july, Jan van de Velde (II), 1608-1618

mowers Resting at home: july, Jan van de Velde (II), 1608-1618

Army of farmers, Daniel Veelwaard (I), Jacob Smies, Francois Bohn, 1802 - 1809

Nuns Harvest Oats In Fields
Lemont, Illinois: August 4, 1942. Two of the nuns at at the Mount Asissi Convent head across the oat fields of the 100 acre farm with scythe and rake to do the harvesting

Polish Insurgents
After the Second Partition (1793) Polish patriots led by Kosciuszko rebel against the occupying forces : many of his supporters are peasants armed only with scythes. Date: 1794

Rice (Oryza sativa) crop, woman farmer cutting rice with scythe, Angkor, Siem Riep, Cambodia

Farmer scything roadside verge, Leicestershire, England

Central France - Soup of the Day
Central France - A farming family tuck into the Soup of the Day

Making Scythes / Grinding
Making scythes at Belbroughton, Worcestershire. Here the blades are being ground by hand on huge wheels

Mowing Clover
MOWING CLOVER two men with scythes

Harvesting France C1920
The Harvest: men, women & children set to at harvest time - sharpening scythes, cutting the crop, gathering into stooks & loading the cart - a child picks field poppies

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"Unleashing the Power of Scythes: A Glimpse into History and Art" Step back in time to 1565, as Pieter Bruegel the Elder's masterpiece "The Harvesters" transports us to an era where scythes reigned supreme. The idyllic Cotswold village of Draycott comes alive with scenes from Oldborough Farm, men skillfully wielding their scythes amidst golden fields. Traveling further through history, we find ourselves in July at the majestic Chateau at Poitiers during the 15th century. Paul Limbourg's artwork captures the essence of this season, showcasing scythes as essential tools for harvesting bountiful crops. June takes us to a palace adorned with Sainte-Chapelle, beautifully depicted by Hermann Limbourg in 1939. Here, scythes symbolize both labor and artistry as they shape landscapes and bring forth abundance. In Una in Aliam on September 1st, 2019, witness firsthand the timeless tradition of cutting Calacht in Toome, Co. Antrim. The rhythmic motion of sharpening a scythe blade echoes through centuries since c. 1800 when this craft was perfected. Delve into ancient treasures like a stunning gold and turquoise bracelet from the 2nd century BC—a testament to how early civilizations valued these versatile tools beyond their practicality. Advertisements have always played a role in promoting quality products; George Barnsley and Sons' celebrated Rose brand scythes take center stage in Sheffield around 1900—an endorsement that stands true even today. Exploring Totley through an Ordnance Survey map from 1876 reveals how vital scythe-wielding communities were embedded within society—forging connections between people and land while shaping landscapes for generations to come. As Summer unfolds on canvas through oil paintings capturing its vibrant hues, let us not forget the great harlot of Babylon riding a seven-headed beast.