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Sheep and dogs, 1861 (oil on canvas)
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Sheep and dogs, 1861 (oil on canvas)
940216 Sheep and dogs, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Verboeckhoven, Eugene Joseph (1798-1881); 77.5x58.8 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery ; Mr James Thomas Blair bequest, 1917
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© Manchester Art Gallery Mr James Thomas Blair bequest, 1917 / Bridgeman Images
Care Hills Hilly Lamb Lambs Meat Moor Moorland Moors Protection Sheepdog Sheepdogs Spring Springtime
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This oil painting, titled "Sheep and dogs, 1861" by Eugene Joseph Verboeckhoven, transports viewers to the picturesque countryside of 19th-century rural England. The artwork, measuring 77.5x58.8 cm, is housed in the esteemed Manchester Art Gallery. The scene depicts a serene hillside dotted with fluffy white sheep peacefully grazing under the watchful eyes of diligent sheepdogs. The artist's meticulous brushstrokes bring life to every detail - from the rolling hills and mountainous backdrop to the vibrant greenery that signals springtime. Verboeckhoven skillfully captures not only the beauty of nature but also highlights the symbiotic relationship between man and animal. The loyal sheepdogs stand guard over their flock, providing protection and care amidst this idyllic landscape. As we gaze at this masterpiece, we are reminded of the vital role these farm animals play in our lives - providing us with sustenance in their meat while simultaneously contributing to a harmonious ecosystem on these moorlands. Thanks to Mr James Thomas Blair's generous bequest in 1917, this remarkable piece has found its permanent home within Manchester Art Gallery's collection. It serves as a timeless reminder of our connection to nature and an ode to simpler times when shepherds relied on their trusty companions for guidance across vast expanses of moorland. Bridgeman Images allows us access into this historical moment through their print reproduction without commercial use restrictions –
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