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Dinner scene, between 1887 and 1892. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
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Dinner scene, between 1887 and 1892. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
Dinner scene, between 1887 and 1892. Cowboys eating dinner, seated on the ground under trees
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1880s American West Cowboy Dinner Frontier Grabill Grabill John C H John C John C H Grabill Meal Mealtime Ranch Ranching Rest Resting Settler Settlers South Dakota United States Of America Underneath Waggon Wagon Chuck Wagon Meeting Of Frontiers White And Black
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This evocative photograph, captured by John C.H. Grabill between 1887 and 1892, depicts a dinner scene on the American frontier. The image transports us back in time to the 19th century, specifically the 1880s, as cowboys gather around a makeshift table, seated on the ground beneath the shade of trees. The setting is the American West, likely in South Dakota, United States of America. The cowboys, dressed in their work clothes and wearing hats, appear to be taking a much-needed break from their arduous ranching duties. They sit around a table, which seems to be a modified chuck wagon, laden with dishes and utensils. The air is filled with the aroma of a hearty meal, as the men dig in, their expressions reflecting satisfaction and contentment. In the background, horses stand tethered, their heads turned towards their masters, perhaps awaiting their turn to be fed. The trees, with their vibrant autumn colors, provide a stark contrast to the monochrome scene, adding a touch of nature's beauty to the image. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures of life on the frontier, where the daily routine revolved around the rhythm of nature, hard work, and communal meals. The meeting of the European settlers and the American West is beautifully captured in this historic image, which serves as an enduring testament to the heritage and history of the United States.
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