Hemp harvest. Banks of the Rhine. Peasants working the hemp
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Hemp harvest. Banks of the Rhine. Peasants working the hemp
Hemp harvest. Banks of the Rhine. Peasants working the hemp plant. Engraving. L Illustration Journal Universel (1860). 19th century. Colored
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Agrarian Agricultural Agriculture Agriculturist Banks Economy Farmer Harvest Hemp Peasant Peasants Rhein Rhin Rhine
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This engraving, titled "Hemp Harvest. Banks of the Rhine. Peasants Working the Hemp," is an evocative snapshot of rural life in the 19th century Europe. The image, published in the Illustration Journal Universel in 1860, depicts a tranquil scene along the banks of the Rhine River, where peasants are diligently working to harvest the hemp crop. The age-old agricultural practice is a testament to the economic importance of hemp in the rural economy of the time. The image is richly colored, with the verdant green of the hemp plants contrasting beautifully against the blue-grey waters of the Rhine. The peasants, dressed in traditional clothing, are shown working in unison, their faces etched with determination and focus. The scene is idyllic, yet the labor-intensive nature of the work is evident in the furrowed brows and sweat-streaked faces of the farmers. Hemp was a versatile crop, used for a variety of purposes, including textiles, rope, and oil. Its cultivation was a significant part of the agricultural landscape in Europe, and this image offers a glimpse into the daily lives of those who worked the land to produce it. The serene setting of the Rhine River adds a sense of tranquility to the scene, making it a beautiful and historically significant representation of a bygone era.
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