Farmer Collection (#98)

Harvesting the potato crop at Bridgelands Farm, Iping, near Midhurst
Harvesting with a tractor and hand pickers, 12 October 1948 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N30710

VAN GOGH: SOWER, 1888. Oil on canvas, Vincent van Gogh, 1888

HAWAII: SUGAR HARVEST, 1915. Workers gathering sugar cane on a plantation in Hawaii. Photograph, c1915

KENTUCKY: TOBACCO FARM. A barn on a tobacco farm at Hedges Station, Kentucky. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 15 September 1916

KENTUCKY: TOBACCO SHED. Hanging tobacco in shed for curing at Lexington, Kentucky. Stereograph, c1900

ALABAMA: TOBACCO, c1900. Shelter and cultivation of high-grade cigar tobacco in Alabama. Stereograph, c1900

LE NAIN: PEASANT FAMILY. Louis Le Nain: Peasant Family. Oil on canvas, c1642

WEST: HOMESTEADERS, 1870. An American family in Wisconsin or Minnesota: photographed c1870

LE NAIN: PEASANT HOME. Peasants Before Their House. Oil on canvas by Louis Le Nain (1593-1648)

WISCONSIN FAMILY, c1890. A rural Wisconsin family photograhped in front of their home, c1890

WISCONSIN FAMILY, c1890. Photograph, c1890

MIDWESTERN FARMER, 1921. A midwestern American farmer tuning in the weather forecast on his crystal set radio receiver. Photograph, 1921

WEST VIRGINIA: SCHOOL, 1921. An abandoned one-room schoolhouse near Charleston, West Virginia. Next to the school is the home of the Tate family of farmers. Photograph by October 1921

AMERICAN PICTORIAL PRIMER. Pages from an American pictorial primer, c1845

HARVESTING, c1340. Reapers and harvesters. Engraving after an English manuscript illumination, 1338-1344

HARVESTING, 14th CENTURY. Reapers and harvesters. Engraving after an English manuscript illumination, early 14th century

HINE: FARMERs ROOM, 1910. Interior of a room shared by three migrant farmers near Pemberton, New Jersey. Photograph by Lewis Hine, September 1910

DILAPIDATED HOME, 1921. Farmer and family in front of their rented shack near Sissonville, West Virginia. Photograph on by Lewis Hine, 11 October 1921

FAMILY WASH DAY, 1916. Two girls washing the family clothing with a washbin in Nicholas County, Kentucky. Photographed on 8 August 1916 by Lewis Hine

MIGRANT FAMILY, 1916. The Hazel family posing in front of their dilapidated farmhouse. Photographed in Bowling Green (vicinity), Kentucky on 10 November 1916 by Lewis Hine

COUNTRY LIFE, 1504. Woodcut, 1504

PEASANTS FARMING, c1520. Peasants working the fields in autumn. Woodcut, German, c1520

MULE AND WATER MILL, c1250. English manuscript illumination, c1250

SAN ANTONIO: MARKET, 1890S. Market day in San Antonio, Texas, 1890s

OBESE MAN AND ROOSTER. Wood engraving, English, c1854

TAXATION CARTOON, 1784. An English farmer rides a cow to outwit the horse tax imposed by the Pitt government. Cartoon etching, 1784

NORTH CAROLINA: FAMILY. An African American family outside of their home in the Turpentine region of North Carolina. Stereograph, c1903

SHARECROPPER FAMILY, 1902. Sharecropper family in their collard patch near Snow Hill, Alabama. Photographed in 1902 by Frances Benjamin Johnston

HOPI FARMER, c1900. A Hopi woman sowing grain at a pueblo in northeastern Arizona. Photographed c1900

BRAZIL: RUBBER GATHERERS. Native Brazilian rubber gatherers near the upper Amazon, Brazil. Photograph, 1890-1923

BALTIMORE: IMMIGRANTS, 1910. Immigrant families lined up on Wolfe Street in Baltimore, Maryland, before starting out to work at the berry farms in the surrounding countryside

WYOMING: WHEAT HARVEST. A farmer harvesting wheat in a field in northern Wyoming, on lands irrigated with waters from the Shoshone River as part of the Shoshone Reclamation Project

NEBRASKA: HOMESTEADERS. A pioneer family poses in front of their sod house in Nebraska. Photographed in the late 19th century

PIONEERs SOD HOUSE, 1887. A pioneer family alongside thier sod house near Coburg, Nebraska, in 1887

WEST: LOG CABIN, 1871. A log cabin on the Western frontier. American lithograph, 1871

FEEDING CHICKENS. A woman feeding chickens. Engraving after an illumination from the Luttrell Psalter, English, c1340

FEEDING PIGS, 14th CENTURY. Men knocking acorns out of trees to feed pigs. Engraving after an English manuscript illumination, early 14th century

HINE: FARM OWNERS, 1913. The Sulak family on their cotton farm near West, Texas. Photograph by Lewis Wickes Hine, 1913

SOUTH DAKOTA: FARMING. A farmer plowing a field on the South Dakota prairie. Stereograph, c1916

FARMING: CORN, c1905. Farm workers cutting and binding corn by hand. Photograph, c1905

HINE: FARMER, 1913. The Paulk family at their home in Kirkland, Georgia. Photograph by Lewis Wickes Hine, 1915

HUSKING CORN, c1905. Boys husking corn by hand. Photograph, c1905

FARMER, 1873. Old friends. Wood engraving, 1873, by Charles Maurand, after a drawing by John S. Davis

HINE: FARM OWNERS, 1913. The Benkendorfer family on their cotton farm near West, Texas. Photograph by Lewis Wickes Hine, 1913

COTTON PICKING. Two cotton pickers on a plantation in the American South. Undated photograph

FARMING: CORN, c1905. A farmer harvesting corn. Photograph, c1905

FARMER WITH CRADLE. An American farmer harvesting wheat with a cradle. Photograph, late 19th century

NEBRASKA: HARROWING. A farmer breaking up soil with a horse-drawn harrow on a farm in Nebraska. Undated photograph

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"The Farmer: A Timeless Portrait of Resilience and Connection" In the iconic painting "The Angelus, 1857-1859" by Jean Francois Millet, we catch a glimpse into the world of a farmer. With bowed heads and clasped hands, they pause amidst their toil to pay homage to their faith. This powerful image reminds us of the deep-rooted spirituality that often accompanies the laborious life of those who work the land. Centuries earlier, Benjamin Lay embodied the spirit of an unconventional farmer. In William Williams' creation from c. 1750-1758, Lay stands tall as an abolitionist and advocate for justice while tending his crops. His unwavering commitment to equality serves as a reminder that farming is not solely about cultivating fields but also nurturing societal progress. From horses pulling ploughs in unison to Shire horse teams competing in Ploughing Matches, these majestic creatures have long been indispensable companions on farms worldwide. Their strength and grace symbolize both tradition and innovation within agriculture. Captured in countless photographs throughout history, working Shire Horses alongside farmers exemplify teamwork at its finest. Whether it's a pair diligently pulling a plough or joining together for family meals like "One of the Family, " these loyal animals forge bonds with those who rely on them daily. Hannah Hauxwell's story epitomizes resilience in English farming. Her determination against all odds showcases how farmers weather storms – both literal and metaphorical – with unwavering tenacity. As technology advanced over time, horse-drawn harvesters revolutionized farming practices while honoring tradition simultaneously. These machines harnessed horsepower efficiently while preserving the connection between man and beast. Amidst ever-changing landscapes, one constant remains: The farmer's dedication never wavers despite challenges faced along their journey. They embody hard work, adaptability, and stewardship of our earth's resources.