Sown Collection

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Como ha sembrado la iglesia su religion en Espana (How the church has sown its religion in Spain). Poster from the UGT desigend by Raga

Illustration for My Farm (colour litho)
3634405 Illustration for My Farm (colour litho) by Mills, Reginald (1896-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guided by the skilful hand of the ploughman, and drawn by the two strong shire horses)

Harrowing in the Spring (b / w photo)
5998177 Harrowing in the Spring (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harrowing in the Spring)

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ROYAL VISIT TO TRURO: THE PRINCE OF WALES LAYING THE CORNER STONE OF TRURO CATHEDRAL, " May the good seed of His Word, sown here in the hearts of men, take root

The devil sows tares among the wheat, Hans Bol, 1574

April, Jan van de Velde (II), Claes Jansz. Visscher (II), 1618

April, Adriaen Collaert, Hans Bol, Hans van Luyck, 1578 - 1582

Massey Ferguson tractor cultivating and drilling grass seed during dry dusty conditions, Oulton, Cheshire, England, April

John Deere 2140 tractor with Tume seed drill, sowing arable crop in dusty field, Sweden, may

Farmer loading Tume seed drill, Sweden

Tractor drilling arable field, with approaching storm clouds, Sweden

John Deere 2140 tractor pulling Tume seed drill, drilling arable field, Sweden

John Deere 2140 tractor pulling seed drill, drilling arable field, with approaching storm clouds, Sweden

Volvo BM Valmet 705 tractor pulling Tume HKL-4000 seed drill, drilling field, Sweden, spring

Close-up of Tume HKL-4000 seed drill, drilling field, Sweden, spring

Public footpath sign and stile at edge of field, with Massey Ferguson tractor cultivating and drilling grass seed during dry dusty conditions in background, Oulton, Cheshire, England, April

Pea seeds in the palm of a hand being sown in two rows in soil

Close-up of mans hands thinning carrot plants, seedlings growing in soil, black and white protective sheets in background

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"Sown: A Tale of Growth and Destruction" In the midst of chaos, like the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), seeds were sown - not just in fields but also in hearts. Como ha sembrado, as they say, the act of planting carried a deeper meaning than ever before. Amidst this turmoil, an image emerges - Bubble Lake reflecting the hardships faced by those who toiled on their farms. An Illustration for My Farm captures the vibrant colors of hope amidst a landscape marred by conflict. But sowing is not limited to physical fields; it extends beyond borders and cultures. The Evils of Opium Smoking engraving reveals how addiction can sow destruction within communities, regardless of nationality or race. Harrowing in the Spring brings forth a black-and-white photograph that encapsulates resilience during challenging times. It reminds us that even when everything seems bleak, there is always room for growth and renewal. From ancient artworks like Hans Bol's The devil sows tares among the wheat (1574) to Jan van de Velde's April (1618), we see how artists have depicted both literal and metaphorical acts of sowing throughout history. These images serve as reminders that life constantly undergoes cycles of planting and reaping. Moving forward through time, Adriaen Collaert's April (1578-1582) transports us back to an era where agriculture played a vital role in sustaining communities. It serves as a testament to humanity's enduring connection with nature. Fast-forwarding again to modern times, we witness Massey Ferguson tractors cultivating dry dusty conditions in England while John Deere 2140 tractors sow arable crops in Sweden during May. These photographs capture our continued reliance on technology while honoring age-old traditions passed down through generations. Through these diverse glimpses into history and contemporary life alike, one thing remains clear: sowing goes far beyond the act of planting seeds.