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A Peasant Girl gathering Faggots, and Figures Seated by the Bole of an Ancient Gnarled
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A Peasant Girl gathering Faggots, and Figures Seated by the Bole of an Ancient Gnarled
824096 A Peasant Girl gathering Faggots, and Figures Seated by the Bole of an Ancient Gnarled Beech Tree, (pencil and bodycolour) by Sandby, Paul (1725-1809); 44.4x57.8. cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Peasant Girl gathering Faggots, and Figures Seated by the Bole of an Ancient Gnarled Beech Tree. Paul Sandby (1725-1809). Pencil and bodycolour. 44.4 x 57.8cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22741540
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Arrangement Beech Beech Tree Bending Bending Forward Bending Forwards Body Color Body Colour Bodycolor Bodycolour British Art British Art On Paper Bundle Chores Destitute Domestic Life Domestic Scene Domesticity Faggot Forward Gathering Gnarled Hardship Home Life Household Housekeeping Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Leaning Forwards One Animal Opressed Paul Sandby Pencil Pencil Drawing Sandby Sitting On Ground Small Group Small Group Of People Social Commentary Social Issues Third Class Three People Using Hands Wooded Artist British Bole British Artist Deciduous Tree Natural Space
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A Peasant Girl gathering Faggots, and Figures Seated by the Bole of an Ancient Gnarled Beech Tree
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is a captivating artwork by Paul Sandby. This pencil and bodycolour print depicts a scene from late eighteenth-century rural England. In the foreground, a young peasant girl can be seen diligently collecting faggots, bundles of sticks used for fuel. She bends forward, showcasing her hard work and resilience in the face of poverty. Seated near the gnarled trunk of an ancient beech tree are several figures - men, women, and even a dog. They represent a small group of people who have come together in this natural space to rest and find solace amidst their daily struggles. The artist beautifully captures their posture and expressions, conveying both weariness and camaraderie. The setting is idyllic yet poignant; it portrays domestic life in the countryside during this era when many faced hardship. The woodland backdrop adds depth to the composition while symbolizing nature's role as both provider and refuge. Sandby's meticulous pencil drawing combined with delicate bodycolour brings this scene to life with remarkable detail. It serves as a testament to his skill as an artist but also sheds light on social issues prevalent at that time. This evocative piece invites viewers to contemplate themes such as poverty, community bonds, and human resilience against adversity – timeless subjects that continue to resonate today.
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