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Peace and War, 1888 (oil on canvas)
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Peace and War, 1888 (oil on canvas)
3822275 Peace and War, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Cooper, Thomas Sidney (1803-1902); 97.5x152.5 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22292072
© Calderdale Borough Council / Bridgeman Images
Cliff Clifftop Edge Flock Graze Grazing Herd Horned Juxtaposition Mixed Precipice
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Peace and War, 1888 - A Captivating Juxtaposition of Serenity and Conflict
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. This mesmerizing print captures the essence of Thomas Sidney Cooper's masterpiece, "Peace and War" painted in 1888. The oil on canvas artwork, measuring 97.5x152.5 cm, is housed within the Calderdale Museums Service in West Yorkshire, UK. In this painting, Cooper skillfully contrasts two contrasting scenes that evoke a range of emotions. On one side of the canvas lies a tranquil rural landscape; a herd grazes peacefully amidst rolling hills as fluffy clouds drift lazily across the sky. The idyllic view extends towards the vast expanse of the sea where calmness reigns supreme. However, on the other side emerges an entirely different narrative - war looms ominously over this serene scene. Positioned precariously close to the cliff edge stands a cannon with its barrel pointing outwardly towards unseen adversaries beyond our sightline. This juxtaposition between peace and conflict creates an intriguing tension within the composition. Cooper's masterful brushstrokes bring to life every detail - from each horned cow grazing contentedly to every sheep dotting the clifftop pastureland. The coastal setting adds depth to this maritime tableau while emphasizing both beauty and vulnerability. Through his artistry, Cooper invites us to contemplate humanity's delicate balance between harmony and discordance; reminding us that even amidst tranquility there exists potential for upheaval. This photo print
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