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Harvesting wheat in a field, c. 1800
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Harvesting wheat in a field, c. 1800
Men and women harvesting wheat in a field: cutting with sickles and tying into bundles, c.1800 Date: C.1800
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1790s 1800 1800s 1810s Agricultural Agriculture Crop Crops Cutting Harvest Harvesting May17 Wheat
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This evocative image captures the essence of rural life in England during the late 18th or early 19th century, as men and women work together to harvest the ripe wheat crop. Dressed in traditional clothing of the time, they wield sickles to cut the golden grain, carefully tying each bundle with twine as it is filled. The sun casts long shadows over the undulating field, adding depth and texture to the scene. The women wear bonnets and long skirts, their faces focused on the task at hand, while the men wear hats and shirtsleeves, their muscles rippling as they swing their sickles. The air is filled with the scent of freshly cut wheat, mingling with the earthy aroma of the soil. The scene is one of hard work and community, as the harvesting of the wheat crop was a communal effort, with neighbors and families coming together to help each other reap the rewards of their labor. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to a simpler era, when the rhythms of nature dictated the pace of life and the harvest was a cause for celebration.
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