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BERRY / AUGUST
AUGUST While peasants bring in the harvest and bathe in the river near the chateau dEtampes, a noble party ride out with their falcons Date: 1409 - 1487
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1409 1487 Bathe Berry Bring Chateau Falcons Harvest Heures Noble Peasants Phenomena Ride Seasons Etampes
August - A Season of Harvest and Leisurely Pursuits
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the essence of August in 15th-century France, as depicted in a print from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. The scene unfolds before the picturesque Château d'Étampes, with its grand towers and elegant facade. The lush greenery and vibrant colors of the surrounding countryside are in full bloom, as peasants toil in the fields to bring in the harvest. In the foreground, a group of peasants wade in the cool, clear waters of the river, taking a well-deserved break from their labor. Their laughter and camaraderie add a sense of joy and relaxation to the scene. In the background, a noble party rides out, their horses and hounds in tow. Their elegant attire and regal bearing contrast sharply with the simple, natural beauty of the peasants and the landscape. The noblemen are accompanied by their falcons, perched on their wrists or held in their gloved hands. Falconry was a popular pastime among the nobility of the time, and the sport provided a welcome distraction from the rigors of courtly life. The falcons, with their sharp eyes and deadly talons, represent the power and majesty of nature, a reminder of the natural world that exists beyond the walls of the château. The print, dated between 1409 and 1487, captures the natural phenomena of August in 15th-century France, a time of abundance and leisurely pursuits. The contrast between the hardworking peasants and the noble party highlights the social hierarchy of the time, while the beauty of the natural world serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of all living things. This print offers a glimpse into a bygone era, transporting us back to a time when the changing of the seasons marked the rhythm of daily life.
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