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A Free Communist Colony in England, Sketches at Clousden Hill Farm, Forest Hall, Northumberland (litho)
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A Free Communist Colony in England, Sketches at Clousden Hill Farm, Forest Hall, Northumberland (litho)
1615081 A Free Communist Colony in England, Sketches at Clousden Hill Farm, Forest Hall, Northumberland (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Free Communist Colony in England, Sketches at Clousden Hill Farm, Forest Hall, Northumberland. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 January 1898.
Henry Charles Seppings Wright); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23086606
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Bake Baking Christmas Pudding Communism Cook Cookery Cooking Craftswoman Cratsmanship Dinner Farm House Gastronomer Gastronomy Handywork Northumberland Pond Tyne Wear Craftsman Craftsmen Forest Hall
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This lithograph, titled "A Free Communist Colony in England, Sketches at Clousden Hill Farm, Forest Hall, Northumberland" offers a glimpse into a unique and intriguing community. Created by Henry Charles Seppings Wright in 1898 for The Illustrated London News, this illustration transports us to an idyllic farm setting where the principles of communism are being practiced. The scene depicts various activities taking place within the colony. In the foreground, craftsmen and craftswomen can be seen diligently working on their handywork while others engage in cooking and baking tasks. The aroma of delicious gastronomic delights fills the air as a cook prepares a mouthwatering Christmas pudding over an open fire. The architecture of the farm house is reminiscent of traditional English countryside dwellings with its charming thatched roof and rustic charm. Surrounding it is lush greenery and a serene pond that adds to the tranquility of this commune. It is fascinating to witness such an alternative way of living during this time period when communism was not widely embraced. This print invites us to ponder upon questions about communal living, shared resources, and equality among individuals. Through intricate engraving techniques employed by Wright, every detail comes alive on paper - from the expressions on each person's face to the texture of their clothing. This artwork serves as both historical documentation and artistic expression capturing a moment frozen in time. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from their private collection so that we may continue to appreciate its beauty and
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