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Gallery in Falun Copper Mine, c18th century. Creator: Per Hillestrom
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Gallery in Falun Copper Mine, c18th century. Creator: Per Hillestrom
Gallery in Falun Copper Mine, c18th century
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This 18th century oil painting by Per Hillestrom, titled "Gallery in Falun Copper Mine," offers a unique glimpse into the harsh realities of mining life during this era. The scene takes place deep within the Falun Copper Mine in Dalarna, Sweden, a significant historical site that has contributed to Europe's industrial revolution. The painting's dimly lit interior is filled with the warm glow of torchlight, casting long shadows on the rough-hewn wooden walls and structures. In the center of the composition, a group of men are hard at work, pushing a wheelbarrow filled with copper ore through the narrow, winding mine tunnels. Their faces are etched with the fatigue and determination that comes with the grueling labor of mining. The men are dressed in heavy work clothes, their bodies glistening with sweat in the dim light. The painting's neoclassical style, with its emphasis on order, symmetry, and idealized forms, contrasts sharply with the raw, unpolished reality of the mining scene. This juxtaposition serves to highlight the stark contrast between the artistic and the industrial, the beautiful and the brutal. Per Hillestrom, also known as Pehr Hillestrom or Per Hillestrom the Elder, was a prominent Swedish painter of the 18th century. His works often depicted scenes from everyday life, with a particular focus on the working class and the rural population. "Gallery in Falun Copper Mine" is a testament to his ability to capture the essence of a moment in history, preserving it for future generations to appreciate and learn from. Today, this painting is housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, where it serves as an important reminder of the country's rich mining heritage and the hardworking men and women who shaped it.
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