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Hay harvest, 1800s
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Hay harvest, 1800s
Farmers haying, a calendar illustration for June, 1850s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
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1850s 18th Century Agriculture America Barn Chore Daily Life Farm Farm Chore Farm House Farmer Farming Harvest Home Horse Horses Rural Life Summer Wagon Work Worker Calendar Farm Hand Hay Wagon Haying June Scythe
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This print takes us back to the 1800s, offering a glimpse into the daily life of American farmers during the hay harvest season. The hand-colored woodcut, created in the 1850s as an illustration for a June calendar, beautifully captures the essence of traditional farming practices from that era. In this vintage image, we see hardworking farmers diligently haying their fields under the warm summer sun. Clad in their rustic attire, they skillfully wield scythes to cut down tall grasses while horses patiently wait nearby with wagons ready to transport the harvested hay. A picturesque farm house and barn stand proudly in the background, symbolizing both history and heritage. The scene evokes a sense of nostalgia for rural life in America's past - where agriculture played a vital role in shaping communities across North America. It reminds us of simpler times when manual labor was essential for survival and every chore carried significance. As we admire this historical artwork, let it serve as a reminder of our roots and appreciation for those who toiled tirelessly on farms throughout centuries gone by. This piece offers not only artistic beauty but also provides valuable insight into how farming shaped daily life in early America.
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