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Detail of a wattle fence woven of willow branches near the Copper Fox distillery in Sperryville, VA.

#photography #fence #branches #wattle #sperryville #virgina #guystrip2024

A photograph of a wattle fence woven from willow branches, looking very much like the shape of a human eye.

Wheat in Sperryville, Virginia

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017763048/

The image is a vintage black and white photograph showcasing an agricultural scene. It captures a field where piles of hay bales are prominently displayed, suggesting that this might be a storage area for the crop after harvest. In the background, there appears to be more agricultural land with what could possibly be another type of crops or plants growing. The focus and composition of the photo emphasize the rural setting and the manual nature of farming practices at that time.

Cradling wheat near Sperryville, Virginia. A hand binder follows the mower. These men had never heard of a combine harvester. "Sure would like to see that." Their father used a reap hook

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https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017762989/

The image depicts a scene from rural life where three men are engaged in the process of harvesting wheat. In the foreground, two men are standing next to each other, one holding what appears to be a large bundle of wheat. They seem focused on their task. Behind them, another man is operating a hand binder, which is a traditional method used before the advent of modern machinery like combine harvesters. The background shows a vast field of golden wheat, indicating that it's harvest time.

The image captures a moment of manual labor in agriculture, with the men dressed in typical farming attire. Their actions suggest teamwork and familiarity with their roles in this process. The presence of the hand binder suggests they are working with older equipment, which would be slower and more labor-intensive than contemporary machinery but still effective for small-scale or artisanal agriculture.

The photo is presented as a black and white image, which adds to its vintage feel and might imply that it was taken some time ago when color photography was not as common. This type of image would be valuable to those interested in the history of agriculture and rural life, particularly in the context of small-scale farming or local food production.

Men cradling wheat in eastern Virginia near Sperryville

#Virginia #Sperryville

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017762988/

In the image, we see a field where two men are engaged in farming activities. One man is standing and holding onto what appears to be a bundle of wheat or grain. The other man is seated on a piece of equipment resembling an old-fashioned plow. They both seem focused on their work, which might include tasks like harvesting crops or preparing the land for planting.

The setting appears to be outdoors during the daytime, with clear skies and natural light illuminating the scene. In the background, there is a building that could be related to farming activities. There are no other people visible in the image, which suggests that the two men are working together on their farm tasks.

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Men cradling wheat in eastern Virginia near Sperryville

#Virginia #Sperryville #third

The image depicts a rural scene with three men engaged in farming activities. Two of the men are standing, wearing what appear to be work clothes, and they seem to be engaged in some kind of manual labor, possibly related to planting or harvesting crops. They are surrounded by an open field that is likely intended for agricultural purposes. The third man appears to be sitting on a pile of something, which could be hay or another type of produce. The setting suggests it might be in the early 20th century. The photo has an antique quality with visible grain and color fading, indicating it might have been taken some time ago and preserved or recreated in its current form.

Men cradling wheat in eastern Virginia near Sperryville

#Virginia #Sperryville #photography #DorotheaLange

This is an antique black and white photograph depicting two individuals in the midst of a rural agricultural activity. The men are wearing overalls, which suggests that they might be engaged in farm work. They appear to be leaning over a plow or tiller, with their focus directed downwards onto the soil, possibly preparing the field for planting. The setting appears to be an outdoor field during what could be either early morning or late afternoon due to the soft light and shadows present. There is no visible text in this image.

Cradling wheat near Sperryville, Virginia

#Sperryville #Virginia #photography #DorotheaLange

The image is a black and white photograph depicting two individuals engaged in the task of farm work. They appear to be in a field, possibly preparing the soil for planting or tending to crops. One person is kneeling down, seemingly closer to the ground-level tasks such as weeding or turning over the soil, while the other stands behind them holding what looks like a metal tool, which could be used for digging or pruning.

The farm setting includes a traditional wooden barn in the background with a corrugated metal roof. The vegetation and clear sky suggest it might be spring or early summer. The absence of color in the image gives it an old-fashioned feel, possibly indicating that it was taken several decades ago. The style of their clothing and tools further suggests this is from a time when manual labor was more prevalent in agriculture than today.

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