Poster Print : French peasant farm labourer, 16th century (1882-1884)

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French peasant farm labourer, 16th century (1882-1884)

French peasant farm labourer, 16th century (1882-1884). From Recueil de la diversite des habits in the collection of Chevignard. A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume III, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884

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Media ID 14951836

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Basket Boot Boots Breeches Britches Hoeing Peasant Peasants Print Collector14 Rambling Agricultural Worker Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker

A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print

Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring this evocative image of a French peasant farm labourer from the 16th century. Captured in an iconic photograph taken between 1882 and 1884 by an unknown artist, this print transports you to a simpler era. The intricate details of the labourer's traditional attire, worn with pride and hard work, are brought to life in stunning detail. Add a touch of history and character to any room with this captivating and authentic poster print.

Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.2cm x 30.3cm (8" x 11.9")

Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of a French peasant farm labourer from the 16th century. The image, dating back to 1882-1884, showcases a hardworking man standing tall amidst his agricultural duties. Dressed in traditional attire, he wears breeches and a coat that reflect the fashion of the era. The peasant's weathered face tells stories of hardship and resilience as he carries a basket on his back while holding onto a hoe - his trusted tool for tilling the land. His worn boots speak volumes about his long hours spent working in fields, enduring poverty with unwavering determination. The portrait is an engraving from Recueil de la diversite des habits in Chevignard's collection, featured in La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles. This historical document offers us glimpses into the lives of ordinary people who shaped France's rich agricultural heritage. In this evocative scene, we witness not only an individual but also an embodiment of an entire class - peasants who toiled endlessly to sustain themselves and their communities. It serves as a reminder of their vital role in shaping French society during this pivotal period. As we gaze upon this print today, it transports us back centuries ago when life was simpler yet filled with challenges. It encourages us to appreciate our modern comforts while acknowledging those whose labor laid its foundation.

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