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The Deserter
The Deserter. Bridgford, Thomas 1812-1878
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Media ID 13100783
© National Museums NI / MARY EVANS
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
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Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Deserter" is a powerful and evocative oil painting by Thomas Bridgford (1812-1878), a renowned Irish artist of the 19th century. The painting, which measures approximately 14 inches by 11 inches, depicts a solitary figure in military uniform, his head bowed in deep contemplation as he sits on a boulder by the edge of a rocky shore. The desolation of the landscape around him mirrors the anguish and despair etched on his face, as he appears to be lost in thought about the consequences of his decision to abandon his post. Bridgford's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and texture in the painting, with the sun setting behind the figure casting long, dramatic shadows across the landscape. The deserter's uniform, worn and tattered, speaks to the passage of time and the hardships he has endured. The painting's muted color palette, dominated by earth tones, adds to the sense of melancholy and introspection. Thomas Bridgford was known for his realistic and emotionally charged depictions of Irish life, and "The Deserter" is no exception. The painting invites the viewer to consider the complex motivations and emotions that drive a person to desert, and the consequences that follow. It is a poignant reminder of the human capacity for both courage and cowardice, and the weight of the choices we make in life. This beautiful and thought-provoking work of art is a testament to Bridgford's skill as a painter and his ability to capture the depth and complexity of the human experience. It is a must-have for any art collection focused on Irish art or the works of Thomas Bridgford.
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