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Ploughing with a goat and oxen, Harvesting of reeds and corn using bill-hooks
810355 Ploughing with a goat and oxen, Harvesting of reeds and corn using bill-hooks (colour litho) by Cailliaud, Frederic (1787-1869) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recorded 1819-1822 on his second visit to Egypt.); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23163826
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Agricultural Vehicle Farm Equipment Farmers Goat Goats Harvest Harvesting Hieroglyph Hieroglyphic Hieroglyphics Hieroglyphs Hitch Mechanism Oxen Plough Ploughing Plow Plowing Reeds Sickle Sickles Coupling
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 5cm (3" x 2")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Ploughing with a goat and oxen, Harvesting of reeds and corn using bill-hooks" takes us back in time to ancient Egypt. Captured by Frederic Cailliaud during his second visit to the country between 1819 and 1822, this image showcases the agricultural practices of that era. In the foreground, we see a figure – a farmer – guiding both a goat and oxen as they plow through the fertile soil. The harmonious coupling of these animals symbolizes the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Egyptian farmers in harnessing different species for their work. Moving towards the background, we witness another group of figures engaged in harvesting reeds and corn using bill-hooks. These tools were essential for cutting down crops efficiently while preserving their quality. The presence of hieroglyphs on various elements within this scene adds an intriguing layer to our understanding. These ancient symbols serve as reminders of Egypt's rich cultural heritage and its deep connection with agriculture. This print not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to humanity's enduring relationship with nature. It reminds us that throughout history, farmers have relied on innovative techniques and animal companionship to cultivate bountiful harvests. As we admire this artwork from Cailliaud's collection now housed in The Stapleton Collection, let it inspire us to appreciate our own modern-day advancements while acknowledging the wisdom passed down through generations since antiquity.
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