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Watercress beds in Horton Kirby. 1935
Watercress beds in Horton Kirby.
1935
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 10974363
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Baskets Cultivation English Rural Life Harvest Rural Life Water Cress
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring a piece of history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the stunning image of Watercress Beds in Horton Kirby, captured by John Topham in 1935. This high-quality mug showcases the beauty of this timeless photograph, transporting you back in time with every sip. Perfect for tea or coffee, this mug is a must-have for history enthusiasts and photography lovers alike. Add a personal touch to your day and start your morning off right with a bit of nostalgia and charm.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This print captures the essence of English rural life in the 1930s. Taken by renowned photographer John Topham, it showcases the watercress beds in Horton Kirby during a time between the wars. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this image, allowing us to transport ourselves back to a different era. In this snapshot of history, we see rows upon rows of meticulously cultivated watercress beds stretching along the riverside. The hydroponic cultivation method employed here is evident as baskets filled with vibrant green cress float on the calm waters. This innovative technique was ahead of its time and highlights how agriculture adapted to meet growing demands. The scene exudes tranquility as workers go about their harvest, carefully plucking fresh watercress from these fertile beds. Their laborious efforts are rewarded with bountiful yields that would nourish many households across England. As we gaze at this photograph, we can almost feel the cool breeze coming off the river and hear nature's symphony playing softly in our ears. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when rural communities thrived on hard work and close-knit relationships with nature. John Topham's skillful composition immortalizes this slice of European history for generations to come. It invites us to appreciate not only his artistic talent but also the resilience and resourcefulness displayed by those who worked tirelessly in these idyllic landscapes long ago.
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