Cornfield at harvest time
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Cornfield at harvest time
Cornfield at harvest time -- one of a series of images taken by Adams for the British Councils postwar Peacetime Britain campaign.
circa 1946
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1946 Adams Campaign Clouds Corn Cornfield Council Fields Gilbert Harvest Idyllic Peace Peacetime Postwar Stooks
EDITORS COMMENTS
Cornfield at Harvest Time" is a captivating photograph taken by renowned British photographer Gilbert Adams in the late 1940s, as part of a series commissioned by the British Council for their postwar Peacetime Britain campaign. This evocative image transports us back to the idyllic rural countryside of Britain during the 1940s. The photograph showcases a vast cornfield, stretching as far as the eye can see, with its golden stooks standing proud against the backdrop of a clear blue sky. The ripe corn ears glisten in the sunlight, their rich hue contrasting beautifully with the earthy tones of the field. The clouds in the sky add a sense of tranquility and depth to the scene, while the occasional tree in the distance provides a touch of greenery and perspective. Harvest time was a significant moment in the rural calendar, and this photograph encapsulates the hard work and dedication of the farmers and laborers who toiled in the fields to bring in the harvest. The stooks, which are traditional round bundles of corn, are a testament to the traditional methods still in use during this period. The photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, a time when the rhythms of nature and the passage of the seasons were closely intertwined with the daily lives of people in the countryside. The image also serves as a powerful symbol of hope and renewal, as Britain looked forward to a peaceful and prosperous future after the hardships of the war. Gilbert Adams' "Cornfield at Harvest Time" is a timeless masterpiece that continues to inspire awe and appreciation for the beauty and resilience of the natural world and the human spirit.
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