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Rural landscape J910032
Reconstruction drawing of imaginary rural landscape, 2000 BC by Judith Dobie, English Heritage Graphics Team. Farming. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 443783
Filename: j910032.jpg
Size: 3450 x 5274 (20.9MB)
Date: 20th April 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
Animal Arable Bronze Age Farming Field Graphic Illustration Live Stock Rural
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This evocative reconstruction drawing, J910032, by Judith Dobie of the English Heritage Graphics Team transports us back in time to the Bronze Age, around 2000 BC. The scene unfolds in a quintessential rural landscape, where the rolling hills are dotted with arable fields and grazing livestock. The pastoral idyll is brought to life through intricate detail and meticulous shading, with the sun casting long shadows over the undulating terrain. Farming was a central aspect of daily life during the Bronze Age, and this illustration captures the essence of the agricultural practices of the time. Farmers can be seen tending to their crops in the fields, while herds of cattle and sheep graze peacefully in the pastures. The use of bronze tools, such as plows and hoes, would have been essential for cultivating the land and preparing it for sowing. The presence of livestock in this scene is not only a source of food but also a symbol of wealth and status. The animals provide milk, meat, hides, and wool, making them an integral part of the rural economy. The Bronze Age farmers would have relied on their livestock for various purposes, from transportation to draft power for plowing. This graphic illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, allowing us to connect with the people and practices of the Bronze Age. It serves as a reminder of the deep-rooted traditions of farming and rural life that have shaped our history and continue to influence our modern-day agricultural practices.
