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Robbing a Market Girl, 1807 (w / c, bodycolour, pencil, pen & ink on paper)
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Robbing a Market Girl, 1807 (w / c, bodycolour, pencil, pen & ink on paper)
XYC192205 Robbing a Market Girl, 1807 (w/c, bodycolour, pencil, pen & ink on paper) by Heaphy, Thomas (1775-1835); 60x45.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; (add.info.: on the way to market; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12750968
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Robbing a Market Girl, 1807
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is a captivating artwork that transports us back to the early 19th century. Created by Thomas Heaphy, this mixed media piece showcases his exceptional talent in watercolor, bodycolour, pencil, pen & ink on paper. Measuring at 60x45.4 cm, it is housed in the prestigious Yale Center for British Art as part of the Paul Mellon Collection. The scene depicted in this print captures an unfortunate incident on a country lane. A group of robbers ambushes a young market girl who carries her basket filled with wares destined for sale. The artist's attention to detail brings every element to life - from the menacing expressions on the robbers' faces to the delicate folds of fabric in their clothing. Heaphy skillfully uses light and shadow to create depth and drama within this composition. The contrast between light filtering through trees and dark shadows cast upon the road intensifies our sense of unease as we witness this act of theft unfold. This artwork serves as a reminder of both historical context and human vulnerability during that era. It offers us an opportunity to reflect on societal issues such as mugging and theft that have persisted throughout time. As we admire "Robbing a Market Girl" let us appreciate Heaphy's artistic prowess while acknowledging its significance beyond aesthetics – shedding light on social realities that continue to resonate today.
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