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Harvest Operations - Carrying, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Harvest Operations - Carrying, 1858. One of our Artists, fresh from the cornfields, has forwarded to us the accompanying Illustrations of gathering in the harvest. Nothing can present a more beautiful sight than the golden fields at this period of the year; and those who have left the great metropolis on visits to their country cousins must indeed be gratified with the sights around them. [Our sketch shows] fields shorn of their luxuriant crops, which are in course of being pitched by stalwart arms into attendant waggons, while persons on the waggon are loading. The teamster in this particular branch is generally a boy, who watches with sharp eyes the delivery of the last sheaf of the shock, for then comes the "Stand fast!" (the signal for those on the load to prepare for a move), and the horses, which well know the words, move on to the next shock [stook]'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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Harvest Operations - Carrying, 1858
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is an evocative and captivating image from the past, showcasing the beauty and industriousness of rural life during the harvest season in 19th century Britain. The photograph, created by an unknown artist for the "Illustrated London News," depicts a scene of agricultural workers in the midst of gathering in the harvest. The golden fields, shorn of their luxuriant crops, are being pitched by stalwart arms into waiting wagons. In this particular image, a teamster, likely a young boy, stands watchfully by the wagon, keeping a sharp eye out for the signal to move on to the next shock of crops. The teamster's role is crucial, as he waits for the last sheaf to be delivered before giving the command for those on the load to prepare for a move. The horses, well-versed in the routine, respond to the "Stand fast!" call and move on to the next shock, ready to repeat the process. The image captures the essence of rural life during the harvest season, with its combination of natural beauty, hard work, and the harmony between man and beast. The black and white engraving, reminiscent of the era's artistic style, transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the rich agricultural heritage that continues to thrive today.
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