Heritage Farming In Somerset,
Shire Horses #1

“As I walked I noticed this beautiful large open field with a gentle slope where various vintage tractors and Shire horse-drawn ploughing were being demonstrated.
I immediately saw that there were some wonderful images I could create of this slice of yesteryear”.

BACKSTORY

Heritage Farming In Somerset, Shire Horses #1

Somerset is my home, the place where I not only grew up but also learned to become a photographer. Over hundreds of hours spent on the historic Somerset Levels, I honed my craft, taking notes, failing, and learning. Thirty-seven years later, Somerset’s rich farming heritage continues to inspire me.

One warm summer day in 2006, I attended a vintage farming event celebrating traditional farming methods. With camera in hand, I wandered the site, capturing scenes that embodied vintage farming techniques, heritage agriculture, and the beauty of shire horses at work.

I came across a field where horse-drawn ploughing and vintage tractors were being demonstrated. Against the golden tones of the dry summer field and a vibrant blue sky dotted with impressive clouds, I saw an opportunity to create timeless images of a bygone era.

This collection, now titled Heritage Farming: Old Days, Old Ways, showcases nostalgic scenes of traditional farming tools, historic agricultural practices, and the elegance of working horses in the field. These moments represent not just Somerset but also a broader history of farming traditions in England.

Rediscovering these photos recently reminded me of the importance of preserving the legacy of heritage farm life. They are perfect as canvas art, bringing a sense of history and authenticity to any space.

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PRODUCT DETAILS

FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY PRINT

Printed on premium cotton canvas using archival pigment inks — produced to museum-grade standards and rated to remain lightfast for over 100 years.

Not a cheap rolled print. A substantial, hand-stretched canvas mounted on a 1.5-inch solid Latvian pine frame, warp-resistant and delivered ready to hang.

This is artist-grade cotton canvas — the same substrate used by professional fine art printmakers. Not the PVC-backed, machine-rolled print you may have seen elsewhere.

Photography by Simon Plant. Published by National Geographic and TIME Magazine. 37 years photographing the Mediterranean.

Gallery canvas, ready to hang.

What you get:

Premium cotton canvas with soft, smooth texture. Eco-friendly inks that resist fading. Colors stay true for years.

Mounted on 1.5-inch (3.8cm) Latvian pine frame. Sturdy and warp-resistant.

Choose black edge or natural cotton wrap.

Ready to hang. Includes hanging kit.

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SIZE | CANVAS GUIDE

This image is offered as a single panoramic size: 90 x 50 cm (36 x 20 inches / 3ft x 1ft 8in). The wide format reflects the natural sweep of the bay. Ideal for a wide wall — above a sofa, bed headboard, or hallway.

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36 x 20 inch

Gallery Canvas Deep Frame

Canvas Black Edge

Natural Canvas Edge

Product Description

Gallery canvas. Pure cotton with soft texture.

Eco-friendly inks that won’t fade. Colors stay vibrant for years.

Mounted on 1.5-inch Latvian pine frame. Solid warp-resistant construction.

Choose black edge or natural canvas wrap.

Delivered ready to hang.

The Aeonian Quality Every piece is produced to museum-grade standards, utilising archival pigment inks and sustainable, FSC-certified materials. This artwork is designed to remain lightfast and structurally vibrant for over 100 years.

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DELIVERY TIMES

Delivery Times

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The following guide includes production time.

UK 3-8 DayS

EUROPE 3-8 Days

USA | Canada 3-8 Days

ROW 5-10 Days

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What’s The Difference Between A Canvas And A Limited Edition Print?

The canvas prints are open edition — produced on artist-grade cotton canvas with archival pigment inks. There is no limit on how many can be made. The limited edition prints are on Hahnemühle Photo Rag paper — a heavy cotton paper used in museum collections — with a strict edition cap. When the edition sells out, the image is permanently retired. Both use the same photographs. The difference is the material, the edition limit, and what that means for long-term ownership.

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Shirehorses

Shire Horses Heritage Farming Somerset Gallery Canvas Print | Aeonian Art