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Landscape Scene of Hop Picking 1858
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Landscape Scene of Hop Picking 1858
Hop-picking, mainly in Kent and Sussex in early part of September and ends towards the end of October. Date: 1858
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1858 Beer Cultivation Hops Oast Picking
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This evocative image captures the essence of the hop harvest in Kent and Sussex during the late 1850s. The scene showcases the labor-intensive process of picking hops, an essential ingredient in brewing beer, which was a significant industry in Britain during this period. The ripe cones cling to the vines, ready to be carefully plucked and transported to the nearby oast houses for drying. The women in the photograph, dressed in traditional clothing, work diligently in the fields under the watchful gaze of a man, likely a farmer or overseer. The children, too, join in the harvest, adding to the communal effort. The oast houses, with their distinctive tall, conical shapes, dot the landscape, symbolizing the importance of hop cultivation to the region. September marked the beginning of the hop harvest, and the season would continue through October. The harvest was a critical time for farmers, as the quality of the hops directly affected the taste and aroma of the beer produced. The long, warm days of late summer provided the ideal conditions for the hops to reach maturity. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the rural life of Britain during the 1850s. It highlights the close connection between the land, the people, and the food and drink that defined the era. The image remains a testament to the hard work and dedication required to bring the bounty of the harvest to the tables and pubs of the country.
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