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The Ploughman, song illustration for Who Liveth So Merry in all this Land
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The Ploughman, song illustration for Who Liveth So Merry in all this Land
DGC452058 The Ploughman, song illustration for Who Liveth So Merry in all this Land?, from Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs, Newly Arranged and with Accompaniments by Theo. Marzials, published in London by George Routledge & Sons, 1884 (colour litho) (detail of 452053) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: from a collection of 40 traditional songs set to music by Theo Marzials (1850-1920); English folk ballad, first printed in the song book Deuteromelia, compiled by Thomas Ravenscroft and printed in 1609; also published in 1707 in Pills to Purge Melancholy ; ); Prismatic Pictures; English, out of copyright
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Ballad Cobbler Cobblers Commentary Contentment Diggers Happiness Melancholy Philosophical Philosophy Ploughman Ploughmen Recipe Relative Riches Servants Song Stuart Sweep Sweeps Widow Widows Levellers Social History
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The Ploughman, song illustration for Who Liveth So Merry in all this Land
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is a captivating print that transports us back to 17th century England. Created by the talented artist Walter Crane, this detailed lithograph captures the essence of an English folk ballad set to music by Theo Marzials. In this scene, we see a group of hardworking ploughmen laboring in the fields. Their weathered faces and worn-out clothes speak volumes about their humble existence and the challenges they face as workers in a society marked by poverty and inequality. The image also features other figures such as servants, diggers, cobblers, sailors, widows, and sweeps – representing various segments of society affected by these social issues. Crane's attention to detail brings out the melancholy yet philosophical undertones of the ballad. It prompts viewers to reflect on themes like contentment amidst adversity and finding happiness within one's circumstances. The juxtaposition between wealthier individuals depicted elsewhere in the print further highlights societal disparities prevalent during that time. This artwork not only serves as a visual representation of historical social conditions but also offers insight into England's agricultural industry during the 17th century. Through its intricate composition and rich symbolism, "The Ploughman" invites us to delve into our collective past while contemplating timeless questions about work ethics, relative wealth, and human resilience.
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