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Chippenham Mill, 1809 (oil on canvas)
450186 Chippenham Mill, 1809 (oil on canvas) by Barker, Benjamin (1776-1838); 107x84.5 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; eHolburne Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22925870
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Bank Banks Bend Chippenham Cottages Dark Laundry Mill Ominous Remote Rocky Skies Stream Threatening Washerwoman Washing Wiltshire Wooded Woods
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This print captures the essence of rural British life in the early 19th century. Titled "Chippenham Mill, 1809" this oil on canvas masterpiece by Benjamin Barker showcases a picturesque scene that is both serene and foreboding. The focal point of the painting is Chippenham Mill, standing proudly alongside a meandering stream. The mill's stone structure stands as a testament to human ingenuity amidst nature's beauty. A female figure can be seen near the mill, engaged in her daily chores of laundry washing. Her presence adds a sense of tranquility to the otherwise ominous atmosphere. Dark clouds loom overhead, casting shadows over the idyllic countryside and its charming cottages nestled among wooded banks. The sky itself appears threatening, with hints of blue peeking through an otherwise cloudy expanse. In this remote corner of Wiltshire, children play innocently nearby while their mother tends to her duties. The juxtaposition between their carefree existence and the uncertain meteorology above serves as a reminder of humanity's vulnerability in the face of ever-changing weather patterns. Barker's masterful brushstrokes bring this scene to life, capturing not only its visual beauty but also evoking emotions tied to climate and science. This painting from Bridgeman Images offers viewers an opportunity to immerse themselves in history while contemplating our place within nature's grand design.
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