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Ploughing OP04506
A newly ploughed field near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The farmer on his tractor is sillouhetted on the horizon. Photographed by John Gay during 1950s 1960s
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 1379190
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Agriculture Arable Farming Field Silhouette Tractor
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless charm of history into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. Featuring the captivating photograph "Ploughing OP04506" by John Gay from Historic England, this print showcases a newly ploughed field near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The silhouette of the farmer on his tractor against the horizon adds a sense of tranquility and nostalgia. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not just a picture, they are a work of art. With vibrant colors and exceptional detail, this print will add character and depth to any room. Order yours today and experience the beauty of history in a whole new light.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, titled "Ploughing OP04506," captures the essence of rural life in post-war England. Taken by renowned photographer John Gay during the 1950s or 1960s, the image presents a newly ploughed arable field near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The field, freshly turned over and still bearing the distinct furrows of the plough, stretches out towards the horizon, its rich, dark soil contrasting starkly with the bright, clear sky above. At the edge of the field, a lone farmer can be seen silhouetted against the horizon. Sitting atop his trusted tractor, he guides the machine with purposeful determination, leaving behind a trail of freshly turned earth in his wake. The tractor, a symbol of modern agricultural technology, stands in stark contrast to the traditional methods of farming that had long defined the English countryside. The photograph captures a moment of transition, as the old gives way to the new. The farmer, a stalwart figure in the face of change, embodies the resilience and adaptability of the rural community. The scene is one of hard work, dedication, and the unyielding cycle of nature. It is a poignant reminder of a time when the connection between man and the land was a deeply personal and intimate one. John Gay's photograph is not only a beautiful work of art, but also a testament to the enduring spirit of English agriculture. It invites us to reflect on the past, while also acknowledging the importance of progress and the ever-evolving nature of rural life.
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