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A Game of Bowls on the Bowling Green outside the Bunch of Grapes Inn, Hurst, Berkshire
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A Game of Bowls on the Bowling Green outside the Bunch of Grapes Inn, Hurst, Berkshire
XYC150275 A Game of Bowls on the Bowling Green outside the Bunch of Grapes Inn, Hurst, Berkshire (w/c on paper) by Rooker, Michael (Angelo) (1743-1801); 21.6x27.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
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This print captures a scene of leisure and camaraderie on the Bowling Green outside the Bunch of Grapes Inn in Hurst, Berkshire. Painted by Michael Rooker, this watercolor on paper artwork showcases a quintessentially English village setting with its charming church tower and bustling pub in the background. The focal point of the image is a lively game of bowls taking place on the green. The players, dressed in genteel attire, are engrossed in their friendly competition as they skillfully aim to roll their bowls towards the target. The atmosphere is filled with excitement and friendly banter as each player strategizes their next move. Rooker's attention to detail brings this idyllic scene to life; from the meticulously painted thatched roofs of nearby cottages to the lush greenery surrounding the bowling green. This artwork transports viewers back in time, evoking a sense of nostalgia for simpler days spent enjoying outdoor activities amidst picturesque surroundings. Displayed at Yale Center for British Art as part of Paul Mellon Collection, this print allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate Rooker's talent and his ability to capture everyday moments that hold great cultural significance. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly ordinary scenes can possess extraordinary beauty when observed through an artist's discerning eye.
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