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Haymaking, near Padstow, Cornwall. Around 1900
Filename: TRURI-1967-26-5.tiff
Size: 8779 x 5748 (50MB)
Date: 5th September 2016
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.542062, -4.939017
© From the collection of the RIC
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Royal Cornwall Museum
Haymaking, near Padstow, Cornwall. Around 1900
Haymaking with a group of male and female farm workers. Photographer: T.H. Williams
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : 1967.26.5
Media ID 12501399
© From the collection of the RIC
Cart Harvest Harvesting Fork Rakes
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Haymaking, near Padstow, Cornwall" transports us back to the turn of the 20th century. Taken around 1900 by the talented photographer T. H. Williams, it beautifully captures a moment in time during the haymaking season in rural Cornwall. In this picturesque scene, a group of hardworking male and female farm workers are diligently engaged in their laborious task. With rakes in hand and determination etched on their faces, they skillfully gather freshly cut grass into neat mounds for drying. The warm summer sun casts long shadows across the field as these dedicated individuals work together harmoniously. The image showcases not only the physical demands of haymaking but also highlights the strong sense of community that prevailed among Cornish farmers at that time. A traditional cart stands nearby, ready to transport bales once they have been carefully loaded with pitchforks. As we admire this historical snapshot from Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, we can almost feel ourselves transported to an era when manual labor was essential for sustenance and livelihoods were intricately tied to nature's rhythms. It serves as a poignant reminder of our agricultural heritage and offers a glimpse into an age where teamwork and perseverance were paramount. This photograph is not just a mere depiction of haymaking; it encapsulates an entire way of life – one characterized by hard work, cooperation, and reverence for nature's bounty.
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