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Old Wooden Leg, 1830 (oil on panel)
TW426729 Old Wooden Leg, 1830 (oil on panel) by Farrier, Robert (1796-1879); 64x51.5 cm; Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22910036
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Listening Tales Telling Veteran Old Man
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Old Wooden Leg, 1830 - A Timeless Tale of Resilience and Wisdom
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. This print captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing Robert Farrier's remarkable oil painting "Old Wooden Leg". Painted in 1830, this evocative artwork measures 64x51.5 cm and is housed at the Shipley Art Gallery in Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, UK. In this scene, we are transported to a quaint village where an elderly veteran sits comfortably on a wooden chair. With his weathered face and wise eyes, he captivates the attention of a group of young boys who eagerly gather around him. As he tells his tales with animated gestures and expressive words, their faces light up with wonder. The old man's wooden leg serves as a testament to his resilience in the face of adversity – perhaps it holds stories untold from battles fought long ago. The surrounding houses provide glimpses into the lives lived within them; each brick holding its own narrative. As we observe this heartwarming moment frozen in time, we can almost hear the laughter and gasps escaping from these children's lips as they hang onto every word spoken by their elder. It reminds us that storytelling has always been an integral part of human connection across generations. Farrier's masterful brushstrokes beautifully capture not only the characters but also our imagination. This painting transports us back to simpler times when tales were shared under starlit skies or beside crackling fires
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