HARVESTING, c1140. Man with a scythe. English manuscript illumination

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HARVESTING, c1140. Man with a scythe. English manuscript illumination

HARVESTING, c1140.
Man with a scythe. English manuscript illumination

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Media ID 12224091

Farm Farm Tool Farmer Farming Handwriting Harvest Manuscript Illumination Scythe Threshing 1140

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "HARVESTING, c1140. Man with a scythe" takes us back in time to the medieval era, specifically 12th-century England. The image showcases an English farmer diligently working in the fields, armed with a scythe - a quintessential farm tool of that period. The manuscript illumination technique used to create this artwork adds an ethereal quality to the scene. The delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colors bring life to every detail, from the golden wheat stalks swaying in the wind to the intricate patterns on the farmer's clothing. In this snapshot of history, we witness not only farming but also handwriting as part of daily life during medieval times. It serves as a reminder of how different our world was centuries ago when agriculture played such a vital role in sustaining communities. The harvest season depicted here symbolizes hard work and abundance, capturing both the physical labor involved in farming and its rewarding outcome. This image transports us into an era where manual labor was essential for survival and where nature dictated human rhythms. "HARVESTING, c1140. Man with a scythe" is more than just an exquisite piece of art; it is a window into our past that evokes nostalgia for simpler times while honoring those who dedicated their lives to cultivating our lands.

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