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Canvas Print : Potato riddling, Norfolk a98_09647
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Potato riddling, Norfolk a98_09647
Marshland St James, Norfolk. After harvest, potatoes were stored in clamps in the fields. As they were needed, the clamp would be opened and potatoes dug out with a special potato shovel and riddled through a series of sieves for size, inspected for damage or disease and bagged. Photographed by Hallam Ashley in May 1940
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Media ID 1754417
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21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring "Potato Riddling, Norfolk a98_09647" by Hallam Ashley from Historic England. This captivating image brings to life the traditional farming practices of Marshland St James, Norfolk. After the harvest, potatoes were carefully stored in clamps in the fields. Our canvas print showcases this intriguing process, as the clamp is being opened, and potatoes are being dug out using a special potato shovel. The rich colors and textures of the image are beautifully rendered on the canvas, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Bring the history and charm of Norfolk into your living space with this exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Print. Order yours today and add a touch of timeless charm to your decor.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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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This photograph, taken by Hallam Ashley in May 1940, transports us back to the rural landscapes of Marshland St James, Norfolk. The image captures a timeless scene of potato riddling, an essential post-harvest process that sheds light on the meticulous care given to these humble vegetables. In this snapshot of agricultural history, we witness the aftermath of a bountiful harvest as potatoes are stored in clamps within the fields. As demand arises, farmers open up these clamps and carefully extract potatoes using specialized shovels designed for this purpose. The next step involves riddling through a series of sieves meticulously arranged according to size. The individuals captured in this photo display their expertise and dedication towards ensuring only the finest quality produce reaches market shelves. With utmost attention paid to inspecting each potato for damage or disease, they guarantee that customers receive nothing but excellence. The simplicity and authenticity portrayed here evoke a sense of nostalgia for traditional farming practices. This image serves as a reminder of our connection with nature's bounty and highlights the importance placed on sustainable agriculture throughout history. Hallam Ashley's lens has immortalized not just people engaged in their daily tasks but also an entire way of life tied intimately with land cultivation. It is through such photographs that we gain insight into our past while appreciating how far we have come in modern farming techniques.
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