Plough Collection (#8)

WW2 - Peggy Speeds The Plough
An illustrated front cover of a WW2 children's book, Peggy Speeds The Plough, written by Madge S. Smith. The images portray wartime agricultural working women, land girls

A Rotary Snowplow at work - Kansas, USA
A Rotary Snowplow at work clearing heavy drifts - Kansas, USA Date: circa 1920s

WW2 Greetings Card, Speed The Plough
A WW2 greetings card, Speed The Plough, the illustration shows a distant wartime land girl ploughing a field on a small red tractor. Date: circa 1940s

Church at Edburton, South Downs, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Russia - Tsar Nicholas II - new plough tested at Peterhof
Russia - Tsar Nicholas II examines a new model of Plough being demonstrated in the grounds of the Peterhof Palace, a series of palaces and gardens located in Petergof, Saint Petersburg

The Plough Team
A watercolour painting which shows the strength of a team of three workhorses pulling along a plough, with a farmer standing just behind as they crest the hill. Date: circa 1923

The First Furrow
An oil painting of a pair of strong, white work horses pulling a plough, assisted by a farmer behind, doing the first furrow of the land. Date: circa 1922

Port Hamilton, New British Harbour
Various depictions of local life at Port Hamilton, a group of islands off the Korean Peninsula. They became a British base in 1885, but only for 2 years until 1887

Wood beam plough made by Ransomes of Ipswich Date: 1844

Three-furrow Motrac tractor plough by Ransomes of Ipswich
Three-Furrow Motrac Tractor Plough made by Ransomes of Ipswich

Brownies ploughing the fields Date: 1910

The Hop Garden, Wrotham, Kent Date: 1875

The Plough
This oil painting shows a band of three workhorses ready to pull a plough, with a nearby farmer tinkering. Date: circa 1916

Timetable, Plough Hotel Coach Office, Cheltenham - Royal Mails and Light & Elegant Post Coaches daily to the places listed. Date: 1826

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). No deixeu cap arada inactiva ni gens de terra sense treballar (Dont't leave neither inactive plough nor unworked land)

Spanish Civil War Poster Edited By The Departament
spanish, civil, war, poster, edited, by, the, departament, of, agriculture, generalitat, catalonia, about, decree, on, redistribution, lands, 14th, august, vertical, upright, colour, color, mule

Scene from O'Casey, The Plough and the Stars
Three actors in the pub scene from Sean O'Casey's play, The Plough and the Stars (first performed 1926). From left to right, Carmel McSharry (b circa 1930) as Mrs Gogan

Winter, The Plain of Chailly, c. 1862-66 (pastel on paper)
4054126 Winter, The Plain of Chailly, c.1862-66 (pastel on paper) by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 72.4x95.9 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Rochester, Kent, 1795 (w/c on paper)
495777 Rochester, Kent, 1795 (w/c on paper) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

A Distant View, Rouen, c. 1834 (w/c on paper)
495759 A Distant View, Rouen, c.1834 (w/c on paper) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Book of the Dead of Neb-Hepet, detail of the fields, 1075 BC (papyrus)
885863 Book of the Dead of Neb-Hepet, detail of the fields, 1075 BC (papyrus) by Egyptian 21st Dynasty (c.1069-945 BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin

The meridian or The siesta (after Millet), 1889 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4653357 The meridian or The siesta (after Millet), 1889 (oil on canvas) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); 73x91 cm; (add.info.: The meridian or The siesta. Peasants resting on haystacks)

The ploughman with oxen, 3rd-4th century (mosaic)
7129583 The ploughman with oxen, 3rd-4th century (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd-4th century); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The ploughman with oxen)

Illustration for My Farm (colour litho)
3634405 Illustration for My Farm (colour litho) by Mills, Reginald (1896-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guided by the skilful hand of the ploughman, and drawn by the two strong shire horses)

The Soldier Ploughman, 1917 (colour litho)
698827 The Soldier Ploughman, 1917 (colour litho) by Arnoux, Guy (1886-1951); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: soldat laboureur;); © Archives Charmet

Ploughing, 1902-03 (oil on canvas)
BOO183612 Ploughing, 1902-03 (oil on canvas) by Seyssaud, Rene Auguste (1867-1952); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

Duke William's envoys come to Count Guy de Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183108 Duke William's envoys come to Count Guy de Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Envoys from Duke William are Sent to Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR162169 Envoys from Duke William are Sent to Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Plough team by Peter Reynolds

Working horses (pulling a plough) by Ernest Whydale

Miracles of St. Isidore, ca. 1622 (painting)
6265866 Miracles of St. Isidore, ca. 1622 (painting) by Spanish School, (17th century); Museo Parroquial de Tapices de Pastrana, Guadalajara

The Calling of Elisha, 1572 (oil on panel)
471398 The Calling of Elisha, 1572 (oil on panel) by Massys or Metsys, Jan (1509-75); 96x140 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Red Ploughman, 1920(chromolitho)
FIA5403498 Red Ploughman, 1920(chromolitho) by Zvorykin, Boris Vasilievich (1872-1942); 52x69 cm; Russian State Library, Moscow, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images

The Fool Who Thinks Himself Clever Alone, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308345 The Fool Who Thinks Himself Clever Alone, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper) by Stettler, Wilhelm (1643-1708); 11.5x10.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Plouchers and carpenters, 11th century
LSE4103280 Plouchers and carpenters, 11th century by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plouchers and carpenters, 11th century); Photo © Leonard de Selva

Front Cover of Le Credo du Peasant by Goublier and S. F. Borel (litho)
1734301 Front Cover of Le Credo du Peasant by Goublier and S.F. Borel (litho) by French School; (add.info.: Cover of the sheet music for the song " Le Credo du peasant" sung by Marius)

Will you help the women of France? Save wheat, 1918 (poster)
3740480 Will you help the women of France? Save wheat, 1918 (poster) by Penfield, Edward (1866-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: They Are Struggling against Starvation)

Huge snowfalls in Friuli and Cadore, a train hit and blocked by snow on the Pontebba line (colour litho)
2815209 Huge snowfalls in Friuli and Cadore, a train hit and blocked by snow on the Pontebba line (colour litho) by Beltrame

Stoke-by-Nayland, 1836 (oil on canvas)
5863027 Stoke-by-Nayland, 1836 (oil on canvas) by Constable, John (1776-1837); 126--169 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by John Constable (1776-1837))

Dairy maid and farmers with cattle, 18th century. 1792 (engraving)
7235914 Dairy maid and farmers with cattle, 18th century. 1792 (engraving) by Dodd, Daniel (fl.1760-90) (after); (add.info.: Dairy maid with cattle at a pond, and farmers driving oxen and plow)

The Green Planter
Chuanxu Ren

Possibly: Bethune-Cookman College, Daytona Beach, Florida, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: Daytona Beach, Florida. Bethune-Cookman College. Scene on the agricultural school farm]

Ploughing at Shoreham (pencil and chalk on paper)
XYC238492 Ploughing at Shoreham (pencil and chalk on paper) by Linnell, John (1792-1882); 35.2x45.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA

Costume of a farm plowing with plough, 12th century. He wears a short tunic over stockings
FLO4673766 Costume of a farm plowing with plough, 12th century. He wears a short tunic over stockings, leather shoes with laces up the calf

Upside down world: oxen driving plough pulled by farmer, 19th century (epinal print)
ELD4837606 Upside down world: oxen driving plough pulled by farmer, 19th century (epinal print) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The world upside down)

The Tax Collector, cover of a box of playing cards depicting the central figures of a village, c
CHT293669 The Tax Collector, cover of a box of playing cards depicting the central figures of a village, c.1870 (colour engraving) by Coudert, B

Rustics (colour litho)
5992555 Rustics (colour litho) by Fricero, Catherine Josephine Marie (1878-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rustics)

Agricultural work scene. Painting by Danwon (Kim Hongdo) (1745-1806), ink on paper, Coreen art
LSE4316385 Agricultural work scene. Painting by Danwon (Kim Hongdo) (1745-1806), ink on paper, Coreen art, period Joseon (Choson) 18th century. National Museum of Korea, Seoul (South Korea)

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"Ploughing with Shire Horses: Preserving Tradition in Derbyshire, England" Step back in time to the picturesque countryside of Derbyshire, England, where the ancient art of ploughing is kept alive by majestic Shire horses. These magnificent creatures form a powerful team as they pull the plough through fertile fields, their strength and grace captivating all who witness this timeless spectacle. During the annual Ploughing Match, a celebration of agricultural heritage, teams of Shire horses take center stage. With their muscles rippling under their sleek coats, these gentle giants demonstrate an unwavering dedication to their task. The bond between horse and handler is evident as they work harmoniously together to till the land. Intriguingly captured on a Women's Land Army poster from World War II era, we see how these loyal companions were instrumental in supporting food production efforts during challenging times. Their contribution was invaluable and symbolized resilience and unity. Legend has it that even celestial beings recognize the importance of ploughing. Depicted in an enchanting artwork featuring Saint Isidore - patron saint of plowers - an angel lends a helping hand as he guides his trusty steeds across vast fields. This portrayal reminds us that farming traditions are deeply rooted not only within communities but also within spiritual beliefs. Venturing beyond earthly realms, an optical photo reveals Sirius - known as the Dog Star - shimmering brightly against a star filter backdrop. Just like these stars illuminate our skies at nightfall; working horses illuminate our landscapes with their tireless efforts throughout history. A glimpse into Wiltshire Landscape 1937 watercolor painting transports us to another era where rolling hills meet endless horizons dotted with horse-drawn ploughs diligently tending to nature's bounty. It serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and Mother Nature's generosity intertwined seamlessly for centuries past. The significance of ploughs extends beyond the fields, as exemplified by the tale of Cincinnatus.