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Mallard Widgeon and Snipe at the Edge of a Pool in Winter, 1898 (pencil and watercolour)
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Mallard Widgeon and Snipe at the Edge of a Pool in Winter, 1898 (pencil and watercolour)
659728 Mallard Widgeon and Snipe at the Edge of a Pool in Winter, 1898 (pencil and watercolour) by Thorburn, Archibald (1860-1935); 57.2x79.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mallard Widgeon and Snipe at the Edge of a Pool in Winter. Archibald Thorburn (1860-1935). Pencil and watercolour. Dated 1898. 57.2 x 79.3cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 22411204
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082012upload 1898 Adverse Conditions Animal Marking Animal Pattern Archibald Thorburn Bad Weather British Art Chill Cold Duck Ducks Edge Fowl Frost Frosty Mallard Medium Group Medium Group Of Animals Pencil Pencil Drawing Pool Position Reed Scottish Artist Scottish Artists Sheltering Snipe Snow Covered Snowy Temperature Thorburn Victorian Pictures Wading Bird Water Color Water Colour Waterfowl Waters Edge Widgeon Wintry 19th Century Painting Artist British British Artist Natural Space
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This print titled "Mallard Widgeon and Snipe at the Edge of a Pool in Winter, 1898" by Archibald Thorburn takes us back to a serene winter landscape. The artist's delicate pencil and watercolor strokes beautifully capture the essence of this wintry scene. In this artwork, we see a medium group of ducks consisting of Mallard Widgeons and Snipes seeking shelter at the edge of a frozen pool. The snow-covered surroundings create an atmosphere of tranquility as these fowl brave the adverse conditions brought about by winter. Thorburn's attention to detail is evident in his depiction of each bird's unique pattern, showcasing his mastery as a British artist. The late nineteenth-century setting adds to the charm and nostalgia evoked by this piece. It transports us to a time when nature was still largely untouched by human intervention, allowing us to appreciate its raw beauty. Through his use of watercolor and pencil drawing techniques, Thorburn captures not only the chill in the air but also conveys a sense of peace amidst harsh weather conditions. This artwork serves as a reminder that even in challenging times, there is always beauty to be found in nature. Displayed against snowy landscapes with no human presence, this painting invites viewers into an unspoiled countryside where animals thrive despite frosty temperatures. It stands as both an exquisite example of British art from the late nineteenth century and an homage to wildlife enduring seasonal changes with resilience.
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