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Barge Day, 1891 (oil on canvas)
TW426803 Barge Day, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Hedley, Ralph (1848-1913); 140.5x188.6 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: The annual Ascension Day procession of boats along the Tyne was also known as Barge Day ; The event was held to assert the right of the City of Newcastle to hold authority over the Tyne from Hedwin Streams, near Newburn, to the mouth of the river; In May 1891, Ralph Hedley travelled as a guest of Newcastle Corporation, aboard the steamship Mabel; Within a week he began work on this painting of the ceremonial barges, exhibiting it the following year at Newcastles Bewick Club; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22407612
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Boaters Dock Shaking Hands Tyne River
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Barge Day, 1891" captures a vibrant moment in history when the annual Ascension Day procession of boats along the Tyne River was celebrated with great pomp and splendor. Painted by Ralph Hedley in oil on canvas, this magnificent artwork measures 140.5x188.6 cm and is housed at the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. The painting showcases a bustling scene filled with an array of decorated barges, each adorned with ornate decorations and flags fluttering proudly in the wind. Crowds gather along the dock to witness this grand spectacle, wearing their boater hats as they eagerly await the procession's arrival. Intricately painted bridges span across the river, adding to the picturesque charm of this Victorian-era event. The atmosphere is electric as participants shake hands and exchange greetings while passing under these magnificent structures. This masterpiece not only immortalizes Barge Day but also symbolizes Newcastle's assertion of authority over its beloved river from Hedwin Streams to its mouth. It serves as a testament to civic pride and unity within the city. Ralph Hedley embarked on his artistic journey aboard the steamship Mabel as a guest of Newcastle Corporation before commencing work on this remarkable painting just one week later. Exhibited at Newcastles Bewick Club in 1892, it continues to captivate viewers today with its meticulous attention to detail and vivid portrayal of a cherished tradition.
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