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A farming scene. Farm workers in Farningham at work using a steam engine and belt
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A farming scene. Farm workers in Farningham at work using a steam engine and belt
A farming scene. Farm workers in Farningham at work using a steam engine and belt - driven threshing machine.
1936
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Media ID 10990488
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Children English Rural Life Farmer Horse Horse And Cart Mechanical Mechanised Sack Steam Foreman Traction Engine
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This print captures a farming scene in Farningham during the 1930s. The image showcases farm workers diligently toiling away, utilizing a steam engine and belt-driven threshing machine. Amidst the picturesque English rural backdrop, this snapshot offers a glimpse into the agricultural practices of that era. The focal point of the photograph is undoubtedly the impressive steam engine, which stands tall and powerful amidst the fields. Its rhythmic chugging echoes through the air as it powers the threshing machine nearby. A foreman oversees operations, ensuring efficiency and productivity among his team. Intriguingly, horses also play an essential role in this scene. A horse-drawn cart transports hay across the field while children curiously observe from afar. The presence of these majestic animals serves as a reminder of traditional farming methods still prevalent during this time. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this historical moment frozen in time by photographer John Topham. Every detail is accentuated; from sacks filled with harvested crops to hardworking men laboring under mechanical assistance. This evocative print encapsulates not only an era but also signifies progress within agriculture as mechanization begins to take hold on British farms between two world wars. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability when faced with changing times - forever etched within this remarkable piece of European photography history.
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