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Photographic Print : "But Men Must Work and Women Must Weep", 1883 (w / c on paper)
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"But Men Must Work and Women Must Weep", 1883 (w / c on paper)
BIR106491 " But Men Must Work and Women Must Weep", 1883 (w/c on paper) by Langley, Walter (1852-1922); 91.4x51.3 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23212916
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Cottage Interior Fishermans Wife Grief Newlyn School Sorrow Waiting Weeping Widow
12"x8" Photo Print
Experience the haunting beauty and poignant narrative of Walter Langley's "But Men Must Work and Women Must Weep," a captivating work of art from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. Originally created in watercolor on paper in 1883, this evocative image is now available as a high-quality print, allowing you to bring the depth and emotion of this masterpiece into your home or office. Featuring the intricate details and vivid colors of the original artwork, our Photographic Prints capture the essence of Langley's powerful composition, which explores the themes of hardship, resilience, and the passage of time. This iconic piece, which is part of the collection at Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery, is now accessible to art lovers and collectors around the world, making it an exceptional addition to any art collection. Our Photographic Prints are produced using the latest technology to ensure the highest possible print quality, ensuring that every detail and color is faithfully reproduced. Each print is carefully inspected and packaged to ensure safe delivery, allowing you to enjoy the beauty and emotion of "But Men Must Work and Women Must Weep" in your own space.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 30.4cm (7" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
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.
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The captivating print of "But Men Must Work and Women Must Weep", taken in 1883 by Walter Langley, evokes a profound sense of mourning and grief. This watercolor on paper masterpiece, measuring 91.4x51.3 cm, is housed at the Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery. Within the painting's frame, we are transported to a humble cottage interior where sorrow hangs heavy in the air. A widow sits with her baby on her lap, waiting anxiously for her husband's return from the treacherous sea. The artist skillfully captures the raw emotion etched upon their faces as tears stream down both mother and child's cheeks. Langley was part of the Newlyn School art movement that flourished during this era, known for its focus on capturing everyday life and social realism. In this poignant piece, he sheds light on the plight of fisherman's wives who were left behind to bear unimaginable grief while their husbands braved dangerous waters. The composition invites us to reflect upon themes of loss, sacrifice, and resilience within family dynamics. It serves as a reminder that women often bore immense emotional burdens while men fulfilled their duties in providing for their loved ones. This powerful image resonates deeply with viewers even today as it encapsulates universal human experiences such as love, longing, and sorrow.
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