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Eccles Wakes : Ale-House Interior (oil on canvas)
6315532 Eccles Wakes : Ale-House Interior (oil on canvas) by Parry, Joseph (1744-1826); 71.3x71.3 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: When racing and fighting were all at an end, To the alehouse each went with his sweetheart or friend Late 19th-century song The grandfather clock on the right tells us it is only mid-afternoon, and yet the people in the alehouse are already rosy with beer and good fellowship. This ale house has been tentatively identified as the Hare and Hounds on Church Street, Eccles, now extensively remodelled.); © Manchester Art Gallery ; Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32119256
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This print titled "Eccles Wakes: Ale-House Interior" by Joseph Parry takes us back to a late 19th-century scene filled with merriment and camaraderie. The oil on canvas painting, displayed at the Manchester Art Gallery in the UK, showcases an alehouse bustling with life. The image transports us to a time when racing and fighting were left behind as people sought solace in the warmth of an alehouse. As we observe the painting, our eyes are drawn to a grandfather clock on the right, indicating that it is only mid-afternoon. However, the jovial atmosphere suggests that time has become irrelevant within these walls. The Hare and Hounds on Church Street in Eccles is believed to be the location depicted in this artwork, although it has since undergone significant renovations. The patrons featured are already rosy-cheeked from indulging in beer and reveling in each other's company. This snapshot captures a moment of celebration and festivity among working-class families enjoying their leisure time together. It portrays a sense of community where friends gather alongside sweethearts for some respite from their daily lives. As we gaze upon this enchanting piece of art, we are reminded of how alcohol can bring people together while fostering joyous connections between individuals. This masterpiece serves as both a testament to English culture during the Regency era and an invitation for viewers to immerse themselves in its rowdy yet harmonious ambiance.
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