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Harvest scene near Otford, Kent. A farmer leads his horse and hay cart off a field
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Harvest scene near Otford, Kent. A farmer leads his horse and hay cart off a field
Harvest scene near Otford, Kent.
A farmer leads his horse and hay cart off a field.
1936
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Media ID 10990030
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Animal Country Road Countryside English Rural Life Farm Worker Farmer Farming Field Harvesting Heavy Horse Horse Horse And Cart Horse Drawn Horsedrawn Rural Life Working Horse Hay Stack Haystack
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This photo print, titled "Harvest scene near Otford, Kent" takes us back to a bygone era of English rural life in the 1930s. The image beautifully captures a farmer leading his trusty horse and hay cart off a bountiful field. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an idyllic countryside setting. The monochrome tones add a timeless charm to the photograph, emphasizing the simplicity and hard work that defined farming during this period. The heavy horse stands tall and strong, epitomizing the indispensable role these majestic creatures played in agricultural practices. The image showcases not only the laborious task of harvesting but also highlights the harmonious relationship between man and animal. It is evident that both rely on each other's strength and skill as they navigate through the country road together. With stacks of golden haystacks dotting the landscape behind them, one can almost feel the warmth of summer days spent working under clear blue skies. This scene encapsulates an era when communities came together to ensure their survival through agriculture. John Topham's photography allows us to appreciate this slice of history from twentieth-century Europeana photography. It serves as a poignant reminder of our connection with nature and how it shaped our ancestors' lives.
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