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The Highwaymen (oil on canvas)
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The Highwaymen (oil on canvas)
BAL150037 The Highwaymen (oil on canvas) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930); 50.8x76.2 cm; Private Collection; Haynes Fine Art at the Bindery Galleries, Broadway; English, out of copyright
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Cunning Deceitful Highwayman Masked Plot Scheming Tricorn Wait Waiting Highway Man
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by George Derville Rowlandson, measuring 50.8x76.2 cm. This intriguing artwork, now part of a private collection, can be found at Haynes Fine Art at the Bindery Galleries in Broadway. In this mesmerizing scene, we are transported back to an era filled with danger and suspense along the open road. Two mysterious figures on horseback emerge from the shadows, their faces concealed behind masks and tricorn hats. With guns held firmly in their hands, they exude an air of scheming cunningness. The composition suggests that these highwaymen are plotting something deceitful as they patiently wait for their next target - a carriage passing by on the deserted road ahead. The tension is palpable; one can almost hear the horses' hooves pounding against the ground and feel the anticipation building. Rowlandson's masterful brushstrokes bring life to every detail – from the texture of the horses' manes to the folds in their riders' cloaks billowing in motion. The artist skillfully captures both light and shadow, enhancing the dramatic atmosphere surrounding this clandestine encounter. "The Highwaymen" transports us into a world where danger lurks around every bend and secrets lie hidden beneath disguises. It serves as a reminder of times long past when highways were treacherous paths traversed only by those brave enough to face uncertainty head-on.
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