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Labourers pulling a heavy cart on Jacob van Lennepkade, Amsterdam, 1900. Creator: George Hendrik Breitner
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Labourers pulling a heavy cart on Jacob van Lennepkade, Amsterdam, 1900. Creator: George Hendrik Breitner
Labourers pulling a heavy cart on Jacob van Lennepkade, Amsterdam, 1900
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Amsterdam Impressionism Amsterdam The Netherlands Barge Breitner George Hendrik Cart Class Coal Coal Boat Delivering Delivery Fuel Gangplank George Hendrik Breitner Heavy Labourer Labourers Navvy Porter Porters Pulling Ramp Social Class Watercolor Paint Working Class Working Man Workman Workmen
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This 20th century artwork, titled "Labourers pulling a heavy cart on Jacob van Lennepkade, Amsterdam, 1900," is a masterpiece by the renowned Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner. The scene portrays two laborers, their faces etched with determination, as they struggle to pull a heavy cart filled with coal up the ramp of a coal boat docked on Jacob van Lennepkade in Amsterdam. The men's work clothes are worn and soiled, reflecting the physical demands of their occupation. The coal boat, with its tall masts and sails, is moored alongside a barge, both boats anchored in the calm waters of the canal. Breitner's use of color and brushstrokes captures the essence of the industrial era, with the muted tones of the laborers' clothing contrasting against the vibrant hues of the boats and the bustling activity of the waterfront. The scene is a poignant representation of the working class and the arduous labor required to deliver fuel to the city. The laborers' focus on their task, the coal boat's cargo ready for delivery, and the bustling activity on the dock all convey a sense of industry and progress. This watercolor painting is an invaluable addition to the heritage of Dutch art and serves as a reminder of the social and economic conditions of the time. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is home to this impressive work, where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors from around the world.
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