Tavle til: "Vejledning for bonden til at dyrke hør" 1806

This 1806 engraving by Danish artist Gerhard Ludvig Lahde, titled "Tavle til: "Vejledning for bonden til at dyrke hør" (Plate for: "Instructions for the farmer to cultivate flax") is a technical illustration depicting the process of flax production. The detailed image showcases various tools used in the flax processing and includes a farmer using a flax brake to separate the fibers from the stalk. The work is a prime example of the 19th century's interest in agricultural advancements and technical illustrations. The print's small size and use of labels and numbering suggest it was intended for educational purposes.