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Masugnen, 1873 (oil on canvas)
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Masugnen, 1873 (oil on canvas)
3545977 Masugnen, 1873 (oil on canvas) by Wallander, Josef Wilhelm (1821-88); 58.5x79 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Swedish, out of copyright
Media ID 22981344
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Blast Furnace Blasting Class System Copper Foundry Ironworks Labor Labouring Class Labouring Classes Mine Mining Proletarian Proletariat Scandanavia Scandanavian Social Class Sweden Swedish Working Class Falun
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The captivating print of "Masugnen, 1873" takes us back in time to the heart of Sweden's industrial revolution. Painted by Josef Wilhelm Wallander, this oil on canvas masterpiece captures the raw power and intensity of a metal foundry in full swing. Measuring at 58.5x79 cm, this painting is housed in the prestigious National Museum in Stockholm, Sweden. The scene depicts a group of hardworking men laboring tirelessly amidst the blazing fires and billowing smoke of a blast furnace. Their faces etched with determination and sweat glistening on their brows, these workers embody the spirit of Swedish industry during that era. This powerful image transports us to an age when mining and industry were at their peak in Scandinavia. The copper mines of Falun provided ample resources for ironworks like Masugnen to thrive. It serves as a testament to the resilience and dedication displayed by the working class during this period. As we gaze upon this piece, we are reminded not only of its artistic brilliance but also its historical significance. It represents more than just a painting; it symbolizes an entire social class - the proletariat - who played an integral role in shaping Sweden's industrial landscape. With every brushstroke meticulously applied by Wallander's skilled hand, "Masugnen, 1873" immortalizes both the physical labor endured by these workers and their contribution to society as a whole.
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