Canvas Print : A SWAGMAN. A Swagsman
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
A SWAGMAN. A Swagsman
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Media ID 588836
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10170675
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Swagman," captured in this evocative image from the early 1900s, is a poignant representation of the Australian bushman, a figure deeply rooted in the country's history and culture. The Swagman, or swag carrier, was a nomadic laborer who traveled from one job to another, carrying his belongings in a large blanket or "swag." This historical photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the life of these itinerant workers, who were often portrayed as rugged individualists, embodying the spirit of self-reliance and adaptability. The Swagman in this image is shown resting beside his campfire, surrounded by the essentials of his existence: a billy can hanging over the fire, a pipe clenched between his teeth, and his swag rolled up nearby. The harsh, arid landscape stretches out behind him, a reminder of the challenging conditions he endured. This photograph, taken circa 1900, provides an intriguing look into the lives of the Swagmen, a racial and social group that was an integral part of the Australian settler society. Swagmen were often stigmatized and stereotyped, but they also represented a sense of freedom and adventure that continues to resonate with Australians today. Their story is an essential part of the country's rich and complex history, and this image offers a powerful reminder of their enduring legacy. The Swagman's image has been immortalized in Australian literature, most notably in Banjo Paterson's iconic poem "The Man from Snowy River," which celebrates the Swagman's courage and resilience. This photograph, with its evocative composition and haunting beauty, serves as a testament to the Swagman's indomitable spirit and the unique character of the Australian bush.
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