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Barge Plough
1865: A John Fowler clip drum type steam ploughing engine mounted on a barge, for cultivating tracts of land intersected by canals. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11790420
Engine England Black Transport Europe
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This print takes us back to the year 1865, showcasing a remarkable piece of machinery that revolutionized agriculture in England. The image features a John Fowler clip drum type steam ploughing engine mounted on a barge, elegantly navigating through canals while cultivating vast tracts of land. The sheer size and power of this steam-powered marvel are evident as it effortlessly glides across the water, its wheels churning up waves in its wake. The landscape surrounding the vessel is serene and picturesque, with lush fields stretching into the distance. A lone male figure stands proudly on board, overseeing the operation of this innovative contraption. His presence adds a sense of scale to the photograph, emphasizing just how monumental this technological advancement was for farming practices at that time. The juxtaposition between man-made machinery and nature's elements is strikingly captured in this image. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our ability to harness technology for agricultural progress. Transported back in time by this evocative snapshot, we gain insight into an era when such engineering feats were celebrated for their potential to transform societies. This particular print from Fine Art Storehouse offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate both the historical significance and artistic beauty encapsulated within one frame.
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