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Antique Framed Print : Consols Mine Raswall Hill and the Road Zennor to Farms
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Consols Mine Raswall Hill and the Road Zennor to Farms
Consols Mine Raswall Hill and the Road Zennor to Farms. The White you See is Granite (c.1936). Wallis, Alfred 1855-1942. Date: 1936 (circa)
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Farms Gouache Granite Mine Wallis Zennor 1936
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.2cm (14.6" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Consols Mine Raswall Hill and the Road Zennor to Farms
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating oil and gouache painting on board created by the English artist Alfred Wallis in 1936. This evocative work of art offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to the rugged and picturesque landscape of Cornwall, England. At the heart of the painting lies the imposing figure of Raswall Hill, its consols mine dominating the scene with its white, granite facade. The mine, which was once a significant source of tin and copper, stands as a testament to the region's rich mining history. The hill's steep, rugged terrain is dotted with the remnants of mining activity, including the scattered rocks and the winding road that snakes its way up the hill. The road to Zennor and the farms beyond is a narrow, winding ribbon that cuts through the landscape, leading to the verdant fields and quaint farmhouses nestled in the valley below. The white, granite buildings and walls stand in stark contrast to the lush greenery, creating a breathtaking juxtaposition of color and texture. Wallis masterfully captures the raw beauty and rugged charm of the Cornish countryside, using bold, vibrant colors and bold, expressive brushstrokes. His use of oil and gouache on board gives the painting a rich, tactile quality, bringing the landscape to life in a way that transcends the two-dimensional plane. This painting is not only a stunning work of art but also a valuable historical record of a bygone era. It offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the Cornish mining industry was at the heart of the region's economy and way of life. Wallis's "Consols Mine Raswall Hill and the Road Zennor to Farms" is a testament to the power of art to capture the essence of a place and preserve it for future generations to enjoy.
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