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Cider-Making in Devonshire - Collecting the Grass-Fruit, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Cider-Making in Devonshire - Collecting the Grass-Fruit, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Cider-Making in Devonshire - Collecting the Grass-Fruit, 1850. The earliest dropping of the apples takes place about the middle of August. These are termed "grass fruit, " and are collected into a sack, or else picked up in baskets and carried directly to the pound-house...As the apples continue to fall from the trees in greater numbers, they are collected in large heaps, spread over a considerable space on the grass, where they are allowed to remain exposed to the sun and air until the approach of frost, when they are all carried to the pound-house, what have remained on the trees being shaken off or else knocked down with a pole...Some allow the ripe apples which have spontaneously fallen to lie on the ground for ten days. This practice is objectionable, as exposing the fruit to rain and dews.
From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Media ID 36201104
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This print captures a scene from 1850 in Devonshire, showcasing the traditional process of cider-making. The image depicts agricultural workers collecting the "grass fruit," or early fallen apples, which are essential for crafting this beloved beverage. As the apples continue to drop from the trees, they are gathered into large heaps on the grass and left to ripen under the sun's warmth until frost approaches.
The meticulous care taken in harvesting these apples is evident in every detail of this engraving. From shaking ripe fruits off trees to carrying them to the pound-house for pressing, each step is crucial in ensuring a high-quality end product. This snapshot of rural life offers a glimpse into a bygone era when agriculture played a central role in community livelihoods.
The black and white aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this historical illustration, emphasizing the enduring tradition of cider-making in British countryside settings. The dedication and hard work of these farmworkers are palpable as they labor diligently amidst nature's bounty.
This print serves as a poignant reminder of simpler times when craftsmanship and manual labor were integral parts of daily life. It encapsulates not just an agricultural process but also a way of life that has shaped generations past and continues to inspire appreciation for heritage practices today.
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