Hand tinted image. A large irrigation pump with eight rectangular sails is situated on a grassy piece of land next to a body of water. The framework of the irrigation pump appears to be made of bamboo. In the foreground a reflection of the irrigation pump can be seen on the water. Also visible in the image are trees and a small dwelling in the distance.
Hand tinted image. Two individuals stand on a small wooden boat floating in a canal. Each person holds two long rods of bamboo. A square compartment in the middle of the boat holds what appears to be mud-filled water. Also visible on the boat is a pile of ropes. A long piece of bamboo is attached to the side of the boat and extends across the water. Each individual is dressed in long sleeved shirts with rolled up sleeves, long pants, and shoes. The woman has an apron tied around her waist and a piece of cloth on her head. Tall grass and trees fill the surrounding banks. A mountian can be seen in the distance. The location is probably China.
Hand tinted image. An Asian individual, identified by the initials F.L., harrows a rice field with a water buffalo. The person stands on a harrow that is harnessed to a water buffalo. The field is filled with water and mud. Trees and fields are visible in the landscape. The location is possibly China.
Hand tinted image. An individual identified as a farmer stands on a wooden boat in the process of dredging for fertilizer. The person holds a dredging implement made of two tall, pointed bamboo sticks that are attached to a woven base. The individual is dressed in a wide-brimmed hat, long-sleeved top, and loose fitting cropped pants. The boat is situated next to a grassy bank lined with mulberry trees. In the background large trees and an individual in a boat are visible.The location is possibly China.