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Glass Frame : Painter, Smoking a Cigar, Holding a Brush and Scraper, 1870s-80s. Creator: Unknown
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Painter, Smoking a Cigar, Holding a Brush and Scraper, 1870s-80s. Creator: Unknown
Painter, Smoking a Cigar, Holding a Brush and Scraper, 1870s-80s
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Media ID 20170418
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Cigar Cigars Ferrotype Overalls Paintbrush Scraper Tintype Tintype With Applied Color Tools Working Man Workman Workmen
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Painter, Smoking a Cigar, Holding a Brush and Scraper" takes us back to the 1870s-80s in America. The identity of the creator remains unknown, adding an air of mystery to this remarkable piece of heritage art. In this image, we see a full-length portrait of a working man immersed in his profession. Clad in overalls and holding both a paintbrush and scraper, he exudes dedication and skill. A cigar dangles from his lips as smoke swirls around him, creating an atmosphere that speaks volumes about the era's cultural norms. The photograph's composition is strikingly captured through the use of ferrotype technique with applied color. This adds depth to the monochromatic palette while preserving its historical essence. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), this tintype offers us a glimpse into the life and occupation of an anonymous painter from nineteenth-century America. It serves as a testament to their hard work and craftsmanship during that time period. As we gaze upon this image today, it reminds us not only of our country's rich artistic heritage but also pays homage to all those unsung heroes who shaped our nation through their laborious efforts.
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