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Chinese agriculture. Peasants planting a field with a seeding machine (a hopper with two pipes leading to pronged feet), man irrigating a field on a water pump, man operating a toothed milling machine to remove the husk from the rice, plow. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1843
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Agriculture Andrea Bernieri Bran Ferrario Giulio Hopper Husk Irrigation Mill Peasants Plow Pump Rice Seeder Seeding
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri, from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, published in Florence, Italy, in 1843, offers a fascinating glimpse into the agricultural practices of China during the mid-19th century. The image showcases the dedication and hard work of Chinese peasants as they toil in the fields to ensure a bountiful harvest. At the center of the composition, a group of peasants work together to plant their fields using a seeding machine. The machine, consisting of a hopper with two pipes leading to pronged feet, efficiently disperses seeds into the soil, allowing for efficient and productive planting. In the foreground, a man operates a water pump to irrigate his field, ensuring that his crops receive the necessary water to thrive. Nearby, another man operates a toothed milling machine to remove the husk from freshly harvested rice, separating the valuable grains from the bran. The scene also includes a peasant plowing the field with an ox-drawn plow, a traditional and essential agricultural tool. The intricate details of the engraving, from the textures of the peasants' clothing to the intricacies of the machinery, provide a vivid and authentic portrayal of Chinese agriculture during this time. Andrea Bernieri's skillful hand-coloring further brings the image to life, adding depth and richness to the already intricate copperplate engraving. This illustration serves as a valuable historical record of Chinese agricultural practices during the mid-19th century and offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of rural China during this period.
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