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The Well (w / c)
6198469 The Well (w/c) by Hay, George (1831-1913); 24.8x37.5 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Orchar Collection); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 23291526
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19th Xix Xixth Nineteenth Century Buckets Queue Queuing Town Squares Villagers Walls
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The Well (w/c) by George Hay captures the essence of a bygone era, transporting us to a quaint village square in 19th century Scotland. This photo print, part of The McManus collection in Dundee, UK, offers a glimpse into daily life and the vital role that water played in this community. The image showcases men and women patiently queuing with buckets and pails at the town well. Their expressions reveal both determination and weariness as they await their turn to collect water for their households. The worn walls surrounding the well stand as silent witnesses to countless generations who have relied on this precious resource. Hay's attention to detail is evident in his masterful use of watercolor technique, bringing depth and texture to each stroke. The play of light on the surface of the water adds an ethereal quality to the scene, further emphasizing its significance. As we admire this artwork, we are reminded of our own connection to nature's gifts and how easily we take them for granted. It serves as a poignant reminder that access to clean water has not always been readily available throughout history. 'The Well' invites us to reflect on our responsibility towards preserving such resources while also appreciating the resilience and unity displayed by these villagers in their quest for sustenance.
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