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19th Century English School
Man after a donkey, English School 19th century

$961.54
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CHF 761.48
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NOK 9,678.03
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About the Item

Painted in a charming naïve style, this work captures a rustic domestic scene set in the English countryside. At the heart of the composition is a cottage, its doorway animated by a woman with a child gathered beside her, evoking warmth and familial intimacy. In the foreground, a man is depicted crossing a small bridge, walking behind a donkey carrying a bundle with a knife strapped to it, suggesting simple rural labor and everyday life. The scene is rendered with a directness typical of folk and naïve painting, where narrative detail takes precedence over strict perspective. Figures and animals are portrayed with a deliberate simplicity, their gestures clear and expressive. The earthy tones of the cottage, the greenery surrounding the bridge, and the modestly dressed figures all contribute to the painting’s nostalgic and unpretentious atmosphere. Characteristic of the English naïve tradition, the painting captures the poetry of ordinary country life, imbuing a humble moment with enduring charm. Painting not signed and not framed, please contact us for framing options.
  • Creator:
    19th Century English School (English)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)Width: 12.01 in (30.5 cm)
  • Medium:
    Canvas,Oil
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: B431stDibs: LU2841216889232

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