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Two stokers at a furnace (pastel & charcoal on paper)
WAG423042 Two stokers at a furnace (pastel & charcoal on paper) by Bayliss, Edwin Butler (1874-1950); Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; © Wolverhampton Art Gallery; British, out of copyright
Media ID 25194420
© Wolverhampton Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
Anonymity Anonymous Fires Glow Haze Heat Industrial Scene Labourers Manual Labour Monochrome Stoking Gruelling Labourer
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This print titled "Two stokers at a furnace" by Edwin Butler Bayliss takes us back to the industrial era, where manual labor and hard work were the backbone of progress. The image showcases two anonymous workers engulfed in a haze of heat and glowing embers as they tend to the fiery heart of an iron furnace. The monochrome pastel and charcoal technique used by Bayliss adds depth and intensity to this powerful scene. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke, capturing the grueling nature of their job with precision. These laborers epitomize the resilience and dedication that characterized British industry during that time. Their faces hidden behind smudges of soot, they become symbols for all those who tirelessly worked behind the scenes, often without recognition or praise. The composition draws our eyes towards an iron rod held firmly by one of the men, emphasizing their physical strength amidst such challenging conditions. The flickering flames dance around them, casting shadows on their weary bodies but failing to extinguish their determination. As we gaze upon this artwork from Wolverhampton Art Gallery in West Midlands, UK, we are transported into a world where fire was both friend and foe - providing warmth and progress while demanding sacrifice from those who tended its flames. It serves as a reminder of our shared history and pays homage to these unsung heroes whose efforts shaped our modern society.
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