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Barges by William Henry Pyne 1805
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Barges by William Henry Pyne 1805
Hand coloured etching with aquatint engraved by William Henry Pyne. Plate 35 from The Costume of Great Britain, 1805. Date: 1805
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1805 Aquatint Barge Etching Hand Coloured Sail Worker William Henry Pyne
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This hand-colored etching with aquatint engraving, titled "Barges" by William Henry Pyne, is an intriguing glimpse into the world of transportation during the pre-industrial revolution in Great Britain. The image is plate 35 from Pyne's seminal work, "The Costume of Great Britain," published in 1805. Pyne's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the barges, which are laden with various commodities, including timber, coal, and grain. The workers, dressed in traditional attire of the time, are shown loading and unloading the cargo with a sense of purpose and efficiency. The barges, with their distinctive sails set against the backdrop of a tranquil body of water, are a testament to the importance of water transport during this era. The intricate etching technique used by Pyne and his team of skilled engravers captures the textures and details of the boats, the workers, and the surrounding environment with remarkable accuracy. The use of hand coloring adds an additional layer of depth and richness to the image, bringing the scene to life and transporting the viewer back in time. The "Barges" plate is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the daily life and labor practices of the nineteenth century, making it an essential addition to any collection of historical prints or studies of pre-industrial Britain.
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