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A Quarry, 1870 (w / c)
6199850 A Quarry, 1870 (w/c) by Bough, Samuel (1822-78); 12.1x20.3 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Orchar Collection); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23290264
© Dundee Art Galleries and Museums / Bridgeman Images
19 19th Xix Xixth Nineteenth Century Blue Sky Great Outdoors Labourers Levers Machinery Pulleys Quarries Quarry Quarrying Sunny Sunshine
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This print showcases "A Quarry, 1870" by Samuel Bough, a renowned British artist of the 19th century. The artwork, measuring 12.1x20.3 cm, is housed in The McManus museum in Dundee, UK as part of the Orchar Collection. Bough's painting transports us to a sunny summer day in the countryside where a quarry comes alive with activity. The vibrant blue sky and warm sunshine create an idyllic backdrop for this rural scene. In the foreground, we see workers laboring diligently amidst towering stone formations. The composition skillfully captures both the grandeur of nature and human intervention through machinery and tools like levers and pulleys. Bough's attention to detail allows us to witness every aspect of quarrying - from the strength and determination of workers to their intricate techniques. As we gaze at this artwork, we are reminded of the immense effort required to extract these stones from Mother Earth's embrace. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in harnessing natural resources for construction purposes. "A Quarry" invites us into an era when manual labor was integral to shaping our surroundings while highlighting Scotland's rich industrial heritage. This picturesque landscape not only celebrates its beauty but also pays homage to those who dedicated their lives working within quarries across Britain. Through this print by Bridgeman Images, we can appreciate Bough's masterful depiction of nature intertwined with human endeavor – a timeless portrayal that continues to capt
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