Ricks Collection

Hay ricks in montane meadow at sunset, Tatra Mountains, Western Carpathians, Poland, June

Kentish agricultural workers attacking a farm at night, c1830. Ricks were burned and machinery
527874 Kentish agricultural workers attacking a farm at night, c1830. Ricks were burned and machinery, particularly threshing machines

A man leads a working horse past old-fashioned hay stacks
A man leads a working horse along a muddy track past old-fashioned hay stacks at Shugborough working Farm, a National Trust property in Staffordshire. The Times Date: 1988

Eat in Neon
Tim Mossholder

The Six Ricks
A landscape oil painting of a countryside pathway which trails off into the distance, sided by six large haystacks, under colourfully leaved trees. Date: circa 1918

Straw Stacks (oil on canvas)
BRM349526 Straw Stacks (oil on canvas) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meules; traditional method of farming)

YORKSHIRE FARMHOUSE
Idyllic farmhouse at Thornton- le-Dale, Yorkshire, with hay ricks on carts and hens running around freely. Date: circa 1950

Thatched Corn Ricks
Corn ricks with neat thatched roofs on a farm in Yorkshire, England. Date: 1930s

Mob Burns Hay Rick / 1830
A mob burns hay-ricks in Kent. Date: 1830

Essex Cornfield
August 1919: Crops dry out in ricks during harvest time in Hornchurch, Essex. (Photo by Thompson/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The Kings illness, a convalescence. Cape Martin, a view looking across the Baie de L Ouest to Menton, which is seen in the distance

Kentish agricultural workers attacking a farm at night, c1830. Ricks were burned and machinery, particularly threshing machines

Rice - paddy workers stacking ricks - Rangoon - They were still in process of cutting and piling and preparing threshing floors for the stacked paddy bundles. Date: 1952

Rice in China - 5
Laying the Sheaves up in Ricks

Mob / Arson. Kent / 1830 / Fire
Mob burning hay-ricks in Kent

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"Captivating Ricks: From Montane Meadows to Neon Eateries" Hay ricks stand tall in a picturesque montane meadow, basking in the golden hues of a breathtaking sunset over the Tatra Mountains in Western Carpathians, Poland. In this serene setting of June, nature's beauty intertwines with man's laborious efforts. Amidst the hustle and bustle of city life, one can find solace and sustenance at "Eat in Neon, " an innovative eatery that combines modern aesthetics with delectable cuisine. As vibrant neon lights illuminate the space, diners indulge their senses while relishing mouthwatering delicacies. "The Six Ricks" symbolize strength and unity as a man leads a working horse past old-fashioned hay stacks. These traditional structures not only serve as storage for precious fodder but also reflect our connection to agricultural roots that have shaped communities for generations. In "Straw Stacks (oil on canvas), " an artist captures the essence of rural charm found within a Yorkshire farmhouse. The idyllic scene evokes feelings of warmth and tranquility as straw stacks dot the landscape against rolling hills and clear blue skies. However, history reveals darker moments when conflict arose between Kentish agricultural workers and farm owners during c1830. Under cover of nightfall, they were burned, machinery attacked - illustrating tensions born out of societal inequalities that plagued those times. Meanwhile, Essex Cornfield showcases nature's bounty as lush green fields stretch endlessly under azure skies. Here lies evidence of hard work by dedicated farmers who tirelessly cultivate crops to sustain their communities. Beyond Europe's borders lies another tale; Rice-paddy workers stacking ricks in Rangoon demonstrate how agriculture unites people across continents. Their meticulous efforts ensure abundant harvests from vast paddy fields - vital sustenance for countless families. Lastly, amidst political turmoil depicted through "The King's illness" at Cape Martin emerges a tale of hope and recovery.