Antique PNW 1929 Sheep flock grazing Earl's Ranch Fossil Oregon 4x2.5 Photo

Description: A one-of a kind antique photo from the photo collection of Pacific Northwest photographer Oscar Loomis. His 1927-1937 collection spans a number of fascinating voyages on ships and on foot. Mr Loomis would go on to join the Merchant Marines in WWII. This personal photo is likely the only original in existence. Type & Size: A 4x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Reverse side may have remnants (that do not affect the image) from being in a photo album or collection. Please see photos. This photograph features a large flock of sheep grazing on a ranch, likely depicted as part of a typical pastoral scene in Fossil, Oregon, back in 1929. The sheep are densely packed and seem to stretch across an open field, indicating a well-managed and extensive sheep farming operation. The photo captures the peaceful and routine life at Earl's Ranch during this period, with the caption "AT HOME" emphasizing the homely and everyday nature of this scene.During the late 1920s, ranching was an essential part of rural life in Oregon. Fossil, a small town known for its fossil beds, was surrounded by ranches that contributed to the local economy. Sheep farming, in particular, was a common agricultural practice, providing wool and meat to the community and beyond. This photograph captures the essence of that era's rural lifestyle and agricultural practices, revealing the significance of sheep ranching in this region.The only text visible in the photo is the caption at the bottom, which reads "AT HOME." This caption aptly describes the sheep in their natural habitat, offering a glimpse into the routine life on the ranch.

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Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-12-27T14:49:36.000Z

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