Pastoralism Collection (#5)

Domestic Sheep, shepherd holding sheep from communal flock, at traditional sheep-fold, near Saschiz, Transylvania, Romania, october

Domestic Sheep, communal flock, close-up of heads, at traditional sheep-fold, near Saschiz, Transylvania, Romania, october

Domestic Sheep, flock, resting in shade under wild pear trees, Rila Mountains, Bulgaria, may

Domestic Cattle, communal herd, grazing in pasture, near Saxon village of Viscri, Transylvania, Romania, october

Domestic Cattle, cow grazing in pasture, with Autumn Crocus (Crocus banaticus) flowering, Fundata Pass, Southern Carpathians, Romania, october

Domestic Sheep, communal flock, with shepherds at traditional sheep-fold, near Saschiz, Transylvania, Romania, october

Domestic Sheep, flock, grazing in pasture with shepherd, near Saxon village of Viscri, Transylvania, Romania, october

Cattle, Switzerland
Cattle grazing high in the Swiss Alps near Wengen in Switzerland

Hay stooks - with autumnal beechwoods beyond, in the Piatra Craiulu mountains, Carpathians, Romania
ROG-14111 Hay stooks - with autumnal beechwoods beyond, in the Piatra Craiulu mountains Carpathians, Romania Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Traditional farming with old houses, barns, fruit trees and pasture in autumn, Magura village
ROG-14103 Traditional farming with old houses, barns, fruit trees and pasture in autumn Magura village, Piatra Craiulu mountains

Hungarian Billy goat, covered with grass. Hortobagy National Park, east Hungary
ROG-14149 Hungarian Billy goat, covered with grass Hortobagy National Park, east Hungary Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Sheep grazing in high pastures, Gious Kambos plateau, Kedros Mountains, central Crete
ROG-13249 Sheep grazing in high pastures Gious Kambos plateau, Kedros Mountains, central Crete. Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Flock of twisted-horn Racka sheep grazing in the Hortobagy National Park, east Hungary
ROG-14145 Flock of twisted-horn Racka sheep grazing Hortobagy National Park, east Hungary Ovis aries strepsiceros Hortobg Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Cow and snowy house in Magura village, Piatra Craiulu mountains, Romania
ROG-14107 Cow and snowy house in Magura village Piatra Craiulu mountains, Romania autumn Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Blonde Mangalica Wooly pig; rare breed in the Hortobagy National Park, east Hungary
ROG-14146 Blonde Mangalica Wooly pig; rare breed Hortobagy National Park, east Hungary Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Red Andalucian cattle with calves grazing in Holm Oak dehesa, near El Bosque, Sierra de Grazalema, SW Spain
ROG-13288 Red Andalucian cattle with calves grazing in Holm Oak dehesa near El Bosque, Sierra de Grazalema, SW Spain Quercus ilex ssp

Mixed flock of sheep and goats with guard / sheep dogs - in the Barsa Fierului valley, Carpathians, Romania
ROG-14102 Mixed flock of sheep and goats with guard / sheep dogs in the Barsa Fierului valley, Carpathians, Romania Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Piglets foraging in woodland clearing in the mountains of central Corsica, France
ROG-13726 Piglets foraging in woodland clearing in the mountains of central Corsica, France Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Piglet foraging in woodland clearing in the mountains of central Corsica, France
ROG-13725 Piglet foraging in woodland clearing in the mountains of central Corsica, France Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Olf field patterns and boundaries on a spring evening; at Cimikoy near Akseki, Taurus Mountains, south Turkey
ROG-13616 Olf field patterns and boundaries on a spring evening; at Cimikoy near Akseki Taurus Mountains, south Turkey Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Embracing the Serenity of Pastoralism: A Glimpse into Timeless Traditions" In a captivating black and white photograph captured around 1899, a young boy tenderly cradles a sheep in his arms, symbolizing the intimate bond between humans and animals in pastoralism. This image from Sicily transports us to an era where shepherding was not just a livelihood but also an art form. Moving forward to 1881, we find ourselves standing by the sea, mesmerized by an oil on canvas painting that depicts the essence of pastoral life. The tranquility exuded from this artwork reminds us of the harmonious coexistence between man and nature. As we explore further, our journey takes us to Church Pool in Bettws-y-coed through another oil painting. Here, amidst lush greenery and shimmering waters, we witness how pastoral landscapes become sanctuaries for both physical and spiritual nourishment. Traveling across borders to Sierra de Grazalema in Andalucia, South-west Spain, we encounter an ancient Lusitanian Oak pollard standing tall within a dehesa. This majestic tree embodies resilience as it thrives within its natural habitat while providing sustenance for grazing livestock. Venturing high up into the Swiss Alps near Wengen brings us face-to-face with cattle peacefully grazing against breathtaking mountain vistas. These scenes epitomize traditional alpine farming practices that have sustained communities for generations. Our next stop is Magura village nestled within Romania's Piatra Craiului mountains during autumn. Here lies a picturesque landscape adorned with old houses, barns, fruit trees, and pastures—a testament to rural traditions passed down through time. Returning once again to Switzerland's Alpine beauty reveals yet another awe-inspiring sight—cattle gracefully traversing streams as they go about their daily routines. Their synchronized movements reflect harmony between animals and nature in pastoral settings.