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Gypsy Encampment (oil on canvas)
1212793 Gypsy Encampment (oil on canvas) by Shayer, William Snr. (1788-1879) (attr. to); 61.0x40.6 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: These travelling people have pitched a bender tent, made from bendy branches covered with canvas. Now they are cooking a meal over an open fire. They have donkeys to carry heavy items, but no caravan. Many people in the 19th century had a travelling lifestyle, moving around the country in search of seasonal work. The brightly coloured, rather sentimental character of this scene was typical of pictures by the artist William Shayer.); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22849690
© Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a scene of a Gypsy encampment, depicted in an oil on canvas painting by William Shayer Sr. The artwork showcases the nomadic lifestyle of these travelling people during the 19th century. In this particular image, they have set up a bender tent constructed from bendy branches covered with canvas, providing them shelter and comfort amidst their journey. The vibrant colors and sentimental atmosphere portrayed in this scene are characteristic of Shayer's artistic style. The Gypsies can be seen cooking a meal over an open fire, utilizing the resources available to them. Donkeys stand nearby, ready to carry heavy items as they continue their travels. During this era, many individuals embraced a transient way of life, moving across the country in search of seasonal work opportunities. This painting offers us a glimpse into their world - one filled with adventure and resilience. Displayed at the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, this artwork serves as a reminder of the rich cultural diversity that existed within rural landscapes during that time period. It is through such masterpieces that we gain insight into historical narratives and appreciate the beauty found within everyday moments captured on canvas.
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