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Poling the Marsh Hay, 1886. Creator: Dr Peter Henry Emerson
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Poling the Marsh Hay, 1886. Creator: Dr Peter Henry Emerson
Poling the Marsh Hay, 1886
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Agricultural Workers Dr Peter Henry Dr Peter Henry Emerson East Anglia East Anglia England Emerson Emerson Dr Peter Henry Emerson Peter Henry Farm Hands Farm Labourers Farm Workers Farmhands Farmworkers Marsh Norfolk Broads Peter Henry Peter Henry Emerson Platinum Print Platinum Print From Glass Negative Reed Reeds Agricultural Worker Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker
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Poling the Marsh Hay, 1886 - A Glimpse into Rural Life in 19th Century Britain
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. This photograph, captured by Dr Peter Henry Emerson in 1886, transports us back to a time when agriculture was at the heart of British rural life. The image depicts an agricultural worker poling marsh hay in East Anglia, England. In this beautifully composed snapshot of history, we witness a female farmhand gracefully navigating through the reeds of Norfolk Broads. With determination etched on her face and strength evident in her posture, she carries out her vital task with precision and skill. This photograph not only showcases the physical labor involved but also highlights the resilience and dedication of those who toiled on these lands. Dr Peter Henry Emerson's platinum print from glass negative technique adds an ethereal quality to this piece of heritage art. The contrast between light and shadow enhances the rustic charm that permeates every aspect of this scene. As we admire this remarkable work at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, we are reminded of the significance that farming held for communities during that era. It serves as a poignant reminder that our modern world owes much to those who worked tirelessly on farms like these. Through Emerson's lens, we are transported to a simpler time where hard work defined daily life. This photograph encapsulates both regionalism and timeless concepts such as dedication to one's profession while offering us a glimpse into rural Britain's rich agricultural heritage.
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