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Flock of sheep MCF01_02_1277
Filename: mcf01_02_1277.jpg
Size: 6390 x 4905 (7.9MB)
Date: 4th November 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: His toric England Archive
Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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Flock of sheep MCF01_02_1277
The Cliffs, Cheddar, Sedgemoor, Somerset. A shepherd with a flock of sheep on the road next to the mill pond near Cox's Mill, with a ladder propped up in the foreground
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Media ID 27968608
© Historic England Archive
1900s Animals Livestock Rural Life
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Flock of sheep MCF01_02_1277" takes us back in time to the early 1900s, capturing a serene moment in rural life. The image showcases the picturesque landscape of The Cliffs, Cheddar, Sedgemoor, Somerset. In this idyllic setting, we see a shepherd guiding his flock of sheep along a road adjacent to the mill pond near Cox's Mill. The composition is beautifully framed with a ladder propped up in the foreground, adding an intriguing element to the scene. It sparks curiosity about its purpose and invites us to imagine what tasks might have been carried out using it during that era. Katherine MacFee's skillful capture transports us into an era where animals played an integral role in everyday life. This photograph not only celebrates the beauty of nature but also highlights the symbiotic relationship between humans and livestock. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of simpler times when agriculture was at the heart of communities. It evokes feelings of nostalgia for those who long for a connection with their ancestral roots or yearn for a slower pace amidst today's bustling world. "Flock of sheep MCF01_02_1277" serves as both a historical document and an artistic masterpiece that allows us to appreciate our shared heritage while marveling at Katherine MacFee's ability to encapsulate such rich emotions within one frame.
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