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Peasant Ploughing with Two Horses, 1750-1753 (oil on canvas)
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Peasant Ploughing with Two Horses, 1750-1753 (oil on canvas)
TW427334 Peasant Ploughing with Two Horses, 1750-1753 (oil on canvas) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88); 49.1x59.1 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: Thomas Gainsborough was one of Britains most important landscape artists. In the early 1750s, he was painting small informal landscapes in a naturalistic style that was new in British art. This style was influenced by 17th century Dutch landscape paintings. Dutch features in this picture include the high bank that divides the composition, the furrows leading into the distance, and the wide expanse of sky. The ploughman later became a favourite feature of Gainsboroughs landscapes; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
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This print showcases Thomas Gainsborough's masterpiece, "Peasant Ploughing with Two Horses" painted between 1750 and 1753. Gainsborough, renowned for his landscape artistry, revolutionized British art by adopting a naturalistic style influenced by Dutch landscape paintings of the 17th century. The painting depicts an idyllic English countryside scene, featuring a hardworking farmer ploughing his field with two majestic horses. The composition is divided by a high bank that adds depth to the image, while furrows lead our gaze into the vast distance. The wide expanse of sky above creates a sense of openness and tranquility. Gainsborough's fondness for including ploughmen in his landscapes is evident here, as this figure became a recurring motif in many of his works. The attention to detail is remarkable; every element from the windmill and cottage to the farmhouse and farmhand contributes to the authenticity of rural life during the 18th century. This print captures not only Gainsborough's artistic brilliance but also provides us with a glimpse into agricultural work during this era. It serves as a testament to both human labor and nature's beauty intertwined harmoniously on canvas. Displayed at Newcastle-upon-Tyne's Laing Art Gallery in the United Kingdom, this painting continues to captivate viewers with its timeless charm and exquisite portrayal of English countryside life centuries ago.
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