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Travelling Man
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Travelling Man
A portrait painting of a seated foreign traveller, wearing a white headscarf and carrying a large assortment of bags and cases strapped around his body. Date: circa 1914
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Assortment Bags Body Cases Foreign Hassall Headscarf Strapped Traveller Travelling Volume
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This evocative portrait captures the essence of a travelling man, circa 1914. The subject, a foreigner dressed in local attire, sits with a weary yet determined expression, his white headscarf framing his face and adding a sense of mystery. He is burdened with a large assortment of bags and cases, strapped tightly around his body, each one filled with the treasured mementos and necessities of a long journey. The man's posture and demeanor suggest a sense of adventure and wanderlust, as he prepares to embark on the next leg of his travels. In his hands, he holds a colorful magazine or volume, perhaps a distraction or a source of inspiration for the long hours ahead. The muted tones and intricate details of the painting transport us back in time, evoking the spirit of exploration and discovery that defined the early 20th century. This portrait, titled "Travelling Man," is part of the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, known as the March of the Women Collection. The collection is renowned for its historical significance and cultural richness, offering a unique window into the past. This particular painting, with its timeless subject and intricate details, is a testament to the enduring allure of travel and the human spirit's innate desire to explore the world around us.
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