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Filename: N070208.jpg

Size: 3508 x 4601 (8.1MB)

Date: 10th August 2007

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Photo Library

Source: English Heritage Images

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Medieval farming N070208

WHARRAM PERCY MEDIEVAL VILLAGE, North Yorkshire. Reconstruction drawing by Peter Dunn (English Heritage Graphics Team) showing villagers shearing sheep and planting and harvesting crops

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Arable Farming Field Graphic Medieval Rural


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In this Medieval scene from Wharram Percy, a rural village located in the picturesque North Yorkshire region of England, the bustling activities of daily life unfold. The image, a meticulous reconstruction drawing by Peter Dunn of the English Heritage Graphics Team, transports us back in time to an era of simple living and self-sufficiency. At the heart of the scene lies a lush, fertile field, where villagers engage in the essential tasks of Medieval farming. The farmers, dressed in traditional garb, work together to shear their sheep, skillfully using shears to clip the wool from the animals' backs. The freshly shorn fleeces are then carefully collected and set aside for later processing. Surrounding the field, the villagers tend to their arable crops. In the foreground, a man plants seeds in a neatly furrowed row, while a woman harvests ripe wheat, bundling the stalks into sheaves. The vibrant colors of the crops contrast beautifully against the rich, earthy tones of the soil and the deep blues of the sky. The harmony of the landscape is further emphasized by the quaint, timber-framed houses that line the village's edge. Smoke rises from the chimneys, indicating the warmth and comfort within. The tranquil setting is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Medieval farming community, who, through their hard work and dedication, were able to sustain themselves amidst the rolling hills and verdant fields of North Yorkshire. This evocative image, brought to life by the skilled hand of Peter Dunn, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of Medieval farming life.

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