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Pitmen Playing at Quoits (oil on canvas)
TW426847 Pitmen Playing at Quoits (oil on canvas) by Parker, Henry Perlee (1795-1873); 76.2x63.8 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: The miners are wearing their working clothes, and their faces are black with coal dust; the night-time scene is lit by an overhead brazier; Pithead buildings can just be made out in the background; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22919154
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Pitmen Playing at Quoits
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is a captivating oil painting by Henry Perlee Parker that offers a glimpse into the lives of coal miners in 19th century England. This evocative artwork, housed in the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, depicts a night-time scene illuminated by an overhead brazier. In this poignant image, we see pitmen engrossed in a game of quoits while wearing their grimy working clothes. Their faces are blackened with coal dust, symbolizing the hardships and toil they endure daily. The faint silhouette of pithead buildings can be discerned in the background, serving as a reminder of their laborious surroundings. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable; he captures not only the physicality of the game but also conveys a sense of camaraderie among these hardworking individuals. Amidst their arduous existence underground, they find solace and joy through simple pleasures like playing games together. This painting serves as both an homage to the resilience and strength of these miners and an exploration of social themes such as poverty and labor conditions during Victorian times. It transports us back to an era when families were dependent on coal mining for survival. "Pitmen Playing at Quoits" stands as a testament to Parker's ability to capture human emotion within his artistry while shedding light on historical realities. It invites viewers to reflect upon our shared past and appreciate the sacrifices made by those who came before us.
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