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William Thomas SmedleyFirefight1893
1893
$1,200
£906.32
€1,046.94
CA$1,690.63
A$1,810.66
CHF 973.40
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NOK 12,299.39
SEK 11,261.01
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About the Item
"Firefighting" is a dramatic monotone watercolor painting by William Thomas Smedley, depicting the intense efforts of firefighters battling a high-rise building fire. The unique L-shaped composition draws the viewer's eye from the scene of action below to the perilous situation above.
At the base of the painting, firefighters are shown bravely combating the flames, with water hoses aimed at the raging inferno. Their determined expressions and coordinated efforts capture the urgency and danger of the moment. The monotone color palette accentuates the stark contrast between the dark smoke and the figures' silhouettes, enhancing the painting's emotional impact.
In the upper section of the piece, a man is portrayed trapped within the building, peering out from a window amidst billowing smoke. His expression conveys a mix of fear and desperation, heightening the tension and drama of the scene. The L-shaped format ingeniously connects the ground-level heroics with the immediate peril faced by those inside the building.
Smedley's "Firefighting" not only showcases his skill in capturing dynamic action and emotion. The painting's composition and use of monotone create a powerful visual narrative, making it a standout work in Smedley's repertoire.
This painting comes signed middle right in excellent condition.
- Creator:William Thomas Smedley (1858 - 1920)
- Creation Year:1893
- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)
- Medium:
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- Condition:
- Gallery Location:Fredericksburg, VA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2574214949342
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