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Scene on a dairy farm, Netherlands
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Scene on a dairy farm, Netherlands
Scene on a dairy farm, Netherlands. Date: early 20th century
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Step back in time to the early 20th century in the picturesque Netherlands, where the idyllic scene of a dairy farm unfolds before us. In this photograph, we witness the daily routine of rural life, as women in traditional Dutch garb, including aprons and clogs, gather around a wooden milking stool, ready to tend to their herd of cows. The men, dressed in simple work clothes and clogs, attend to other farm chores, such as repairing a gate or tending to the chickens and hens. The scene is set amidst lush, green fields and rolling hills, with a quaint thatched barn and windmill in the distance. The cows, with their large, expressive eyes, seem to gaze at the women with a sense of familiarity and trust. Buckets and pails are at the ready, as the women prepare to milk the cows and transport the fresh milk to the dairy. The tranquility of the scene is interrupted only by the gentle clanging of the cowbells and the sound of water trickling from a nearby pool or pond. The presence of ducks adds to the pastoral charm of the scene, as they paddle in the water, seemingly undisturbed by the human activity around them. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of Dutch farming culture, where the simple pleasures of rural life and the connection between farmers and their livestock were the heart of daily existence. The scene is a testament to the enduring beauty and tradition of the Netherlands countryside.
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