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The Village School, 1912 (oil on canvas)
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The Village School, 1912 (oil on canvas)
TW426866 The Village School, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Hedley, Ralph (1848-1913); 102.5x87.5 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: Small village schools with a female teacher were generally known as dame schools; On the left of the painting is a boy using a writing slate; The teacher holds a bunch of twigs for punishing children who have not learnt their lessons; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23182464
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Benches Desk Old Woman Schoolteacher Punishment
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The Village School, 1912
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is a captivating oil painting that offers a glimpse into the educational landscape of early 20th century England. Created by artist Ralph Hedley, this masterpiece depicts a small village school with an elderly female teacher at its helm. The scene portrays the traditional setting of a dame school, where children from the local community gather to learn. On the left side of the painting, we see a young boy engrossed in his studies using a writing slate, showcasing the simplicity and resourcefulness of education during that time. The teacher stands prominently in front of her pupils, holding a bunch of twigs as a symbol of discipline for those who have not mastered their lessons. This detail highlights both the dedication and strictness prevalent in teaching methods back then. The composition also includes boys and girls seated on wooden benches with desks, emphasizing gender equality in education even during this era. The presence of an old woman among them suggests intergenerational learning or perhaps signifies assistance provided by community elders. Hedley's brushstrokes beautifully capture the essence of this historical moment while evoking nostalgia for simpler times. "The Village School, 1912" serves as both an artistic marvel and an important documentation of educational practices from long ago.
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