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Potato Gatherers, Northumberland, 1903 (oil on canvas)
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Potato Gatherers, Northumberland, 1903 (oil on canvas)
TW426737 Potato Gatherers, Northumberland, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Hedley, Ralph (1848-1913); 86.4x116.8 cm; Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22407602
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Agricultural Work Baskets Fields Horse And Cart Labourers Potatoes Labourer
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This photo print, titled "Potato Gatherers, Northumberland, 1903" takes us back to a simpler time in rural England. Painted by Ralph Hedley in oil on canvas, this masterpiece measures 86.4x116.8 cm and is housed at the Shipley Art Gallery in Gateshead, Tyne & Wear. The scene depicts a group of hardworking labourers engaged in their daily task of gathering potatoes from the fields. The women are dressed in traditional attire as they diligently fill their baskets with freshly dug potatoes. A horse-drawn cart stands nearby, ready to transport the bountiful harvest. Hedley's attention to detail brings this early 20th-century agricultural work to life. The lush countryside serves as a picturesque backdrop for these dedicated workers who play an essential role in sustaining their community through farming. As we gaze upon this remarkable painting, we are transported back to an era where manual labor was not only necessary but also deeply connected people with nature and the land they worked on. It reminds us of the importance of agriculture and how it shaped our society during that time. "Potato Gatherers" is not just a beautiful piece of art; it is a testament to the resilience and dedication of those who labored tirelessly behind the scenes to provide sustenance for generations past. This timeless image continues to captivate viewers today with its depiction of rural life and its celebration of hard work amidst natural beauty.
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