Japanese women sorting grain
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Japanese women sorting grain
Japanese women sort, grade and winnow grain. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14117701
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Baskets Farmer Grade Grain Grains Hopper Machinery Mats Sort Winnow
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the early 1910s, depicting Japanese women engaged in the meticulous process of sorting and grading grain. The scene unfolds on a serene rural landscape, with the women working in harmony, their focused expressions reflecting the importance of their labor. The women are seen sitting on the ground, surrounded by baskets and mats, meticulously sorting grains using their hands. In the background, a hopper and machinery can be seen, suggesting that the grain is being processed for storage or milling. The women's traditional clothing, including their kimonos and obi sashes, add to the historical context of the image. Grain sorting and grading was a labor-intensive process that was crucial to the success of the harvest. The women would carefully separate the grains based on size, shape, and color, ensuring that only the highest quality grains were set aside for consumption or sale. The winnowing process, which involved separating the grains from the chaff using the wind or a winnowing fan, was also an essential part of the grain processing. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of Japanese farmers and farm workers during the early 20th century. It highlights the importance of agriculture in Japanese society and the role of women in the farming community. The image also serves as a reminder of the rich agricultural heritage of Japan, which continues to thrive to this day.
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