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A Hop-Garden in Kent, taking Stock of a Bin and dusting a Strangers Feet (engraving)
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A Hop-Garden in Kent, taking Stock of a Bin and dusting a Strangers Feet (engraving)
2785797 A Hop-Garden in Kent, taking Stock of a Bin and dusting a Strangers Feet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Hop-Garden in Kent, taking Stock of a Bin and dusting a Strangers Feet. Illustration for The Illustrated Times, 26 September 1857.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23457026
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Agricultural Workers Dusting Feet Hop Garden Hop Pickers Kent Stock Stranger Taking
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This engraving, titled "A Hop-Garden in Kent, taking Stock of a Bin and dusting a Strangers Feet" transports us back to the 19th century English countryside. The image captures a scene from an era when hop gardens were bustling with activity during harvest season. In this particular moment frozen in time, we witness two agricultural workers engaged in their daily tasks. One worker is meticulously inspecting the contents of a bin while the other carefully brushes off the feet of a stranger. The attention to detail and precision displayed by these laborers highlights their dedication to their craft. The setting itself exudes tranquility as rows upon rows of lush hop plants stretch into the distance. The vibrant greenery acts as a backdrop for this snapshot of rural life, reminding us of nature's beauty and its integral role in sustaining communities. This engraving originally appeared in The Illustrated Times on September 26th, 1857, offering readers an insight into the world of hop pickers and their vital contribution to agriculture. Preserved within private collections today, it serves as both historical documentation and artistic expression. As we gaze upon this print by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back through time to witness firsthand the hard work and camaraderie that defined life in a Kentish hop garden. It reminds us that even seemingly mundane tasks hold significance within our shared human experience.
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