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British Countryside - Cutting Chestnuts
British Countryside - A Woodman cutting Chestnuts at Midhurst, Sussex - from which barrel hoops, fencing and bean sticks are made. Date: 1938
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14369355
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1938 Adze Barrel Bean Chestnut Chestnuts Copse Crafts Craftsman Cutting Fencing Hoops Midhurst Nov15 Sticks Woodman
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the timeless charm of the British Countryside with our exquisite Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring this captivating image of a woodman skillfully cutting chestnuts in Midhurst, Sussex from Mary Evans Prints Online (dated 1938), these prints bring the beauty of the English countryside right into your home. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and vibrant, long-lasting colors, ensuring a stunning and durable piece of art that will capture the attention of all who see it. Perfect for adding a rustic touch to any room or as a thoughtful gift for the nature lover in your life.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the picturesque countryside of Midhurst, Sussex in 1938, a skilled woodman engages in the age-old tradition of chestnut harvesting. Surrounded by a copse of towering chestnut trees, their leaves ablaze with autumn colors, the woodman expertly wields an adze, carefully cutting through the hard shells to release the plump, brown nuts beneath. The sweet scent of woodsmoke wafts through the crisp autumn air, mingling with the earthy aroma of the chestnuts. The barrel hoops, fencing, and bean sticks that are synonymous with rural British life are all derived from this humble nut. The woodman's craft is not merely a means of livelihood but a cherished tradition that has been passed down through generations. The meticulous process of cutting, sorting, and drying the chestnuts ensures that only the finest produce is used to create these essential rural items. The woodman's dedication to his craft is evident in the focused intensity of his expression, as he deftly navigates the uneven terrain of the copse. The scene is a testament to the enduring beauty of the British countryside and the traditional skills that continue to thrive within it. This photograph, taken in the 1930s, captures a moment in time when the connection between man and nature was still deeply rooted, and the simple pleasures of rural life were cherished. As the sun begins to set, casting a warm glow over the woodman and his surroundings, it is clear that this is more than just a job - it is a labor of love, a link to the past, and a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the rural community.
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