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Apple-Gathering and Cider-Making in Devonshire (engraving)
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Apple-Gathering and Cider-Making in Devonshire (engraving)
1107257 Apple-Gathering and Cider-Making in Devonshire (engraving) by Walker, Francis S. (1848-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apple-Gathering and Cider-Making in Devonshire. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 October 1883.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22211230
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Apple-Gathering and Cider-Making in Devonshire
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is a captivating engraving by Francis S. Walker that takes us back to the autumn of 1883. The scene depicts a bustling Devon farmhouse, where locals are engaged in the age-old tradition of apple-gathering and cider-making. In this intricate artwork, we witness the laborious process involved in transforming ripe apples into delicious cider. Men and women can be seen diligently plucking apples from straw-covered baskets, while others chop them with precision using sharp knives. Nearby, large cider presses stand ready for action as they strain out every drop of juice from the fruit. The print beautifully captures not only the physical effort put into gathering these precious fruits but also highlights their importance to the local community's food supply. Apples were not just consumed fresh; they played a vital role in producing alcohol during those times when clean drinking water was scarce. This engraving serves as a fascinating glimpse into historical agricultural practices and scientific methods employed during that era. It showcases how botany and natural history intertwined with everyday life, providing sustenance through careful cultivation and resourceful techniques. As we admire this remarkable piece of art, let us appreciate both its aesthetic beauty and its documentation of an essential aspect of Devonshire's cultural heritage – one that celebrates nature's bounty while reminding us of humanity's ingenuity in harnessing it for nourishment and pleasure.
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