1889. Oil On Canvas.
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§ 2Abstract
Popis zberateľského predmetu
A somber depiction of a disheartened swagman lost in thought amidst the Australian bush, this 1889 masterpiece by Frederick McCubbin captures the essence of Australian Impressionism and invites you to explore its depth.
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Biografia umelca
Frederick McCubbin (1855-1917) bol významný predstaviteľ impresionizmu a Heidelbergského školy. Poznáte jeho ikonické krajinky zobrazujúce pioniersky život – napríklad obraz „Na cestách kengúrov“? Jeho tvorba oslňuje svojou krásou a autenticitou!
§ 3Commentary
The Artist and His Work
Frederick McCubbin was a prominent figure in Australian Impressionism, known for his works depicting the Australian bush. Down on His Luck is one such painting that reflects his love for the outdoors. The dark, subdued landscape was likely painted at Box Hill, outside of Melbourne.The Painting's Significance
The painting depicts a swagman sitting by a campfire, lost in thought. A swagman was a traveling laborer who carried his belongings from farm to farm. The clothing and bedroll are typical of workers and swagmen in the bush. The eucalyptus plant in the foreground adds depth to the painting.Artistic Influences
McCubbin's work was influenced by his friend, artist Tom Roberts, who brought news of European art developments. The lively art world in Melbourne also played a role in shaping McCubbin's style.Cultural Context
Australian culture is primarily Western, with influences from British, Indigenous, and migrant components. The gold rushes of the 1850s led to significant population growth and racial tensions. The Heidelberg School artists, including McCubbin, contributed to the development of Australian identity.Relevance Today
Down on His Luck remains a powerful representation of the Australian bush and its people. It is a testament to McCubbin's skill in capturing the essence of his subjects. Discover the Art Gallery of Western Australia, home to over 17,000 works of art, including Down on His Luck. Visit Discover the Art Gallery of Western Australia to learn more.Otázky a odpovede
Existuje sprievodca k dielu „Down on His Luck“ od Fred McCubbin?
Sprievodca k dielu „Down on His Luck“ je stránka Sprievodca študentom pre dané umelecké dielo – ide o vytlačiteľnú informačnú listinu, ktorá zobrazuje dielo spolu s jeho popisom, uvedením autorstva a identifikačnými údajmi (umelec, dátumy, médium, pôvodná veľkosť, kolekcia).
Kde môžem kúpiť print diela „Down on His Luck“ od Fred McCubbin?
„Down on His Luck“ je dostupná ako umelecká tlač na bavlnenom plátne alebo archivnom plátnovom papieri. Objednávky môžete zadávať na jej stránke Fine art tlač v rozmeroch podľa vašej voľby.
Je „Down on His Luck“ vo voľnom dostupe?
Čo sa týka autorských práv, „Down on His Luck“ je v v slobodnom prostredí – autorské práva vypršali.
Prepnúť na tlač
V prípade umeleckých diel alebo reprodukcií, ktorých ktorákoľvek strana je väčšia ako 105 cm (cca 41 palcov), sa rám dodáva v rozloženom stave ako sada. Táto metóda zabezpečuje bezpečnú доставu a chráni pred poškodením počas prepravy.
