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Smithy, Hexham Bridge End, 1885 (oil on canvas)
TW429329 Smithy, Hexham Bridge End, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Hedley, Ralph (1848-1913); 66x91.5 cm; Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens, Tyne & Wear, UK; (add.info.: Millions of country journeys were made by horse every year in late-Victorian Britain. This horse wears the kind of heavy padded collar used when pulling equipment, like the plough on the right of the picture. It is having a shoe replaced by the blacksmith at Hexham Bridge End, Northumberland. Iron wheel bands outside the smithy show some of the smiths other work. The boy sitting in a wheelbarrow is wearing a Northumberland bonnet. Ralph Hedley was one of the most popular and well-respected local artists of his day; ); eSunderland Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22407292
© Sunderland Museums / Bridgeman Images
Blacksmith Cart Horse Customer Horseshoe Shoe Smith Wheel Wheels
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This photo print, titled "Smithy, Hexham Bridge End, 1885" captures a snapshot of late-Victorian Britain's rural life. Painted by the esteemed artist Ralph Hedley, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 66x91.5 cm and is housed in the Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens in Tyne & Wear, UK. The focal point of the painting is a blacksmith at work, diligently replacing a horseshoe for a cart horse. The heavy padded collar worn by the horse indicates its role as an equipment puller, possibly used for ploughing fields nearby. Iron wheel bands displayed outside the smithy offer glimpses into other projects undertaken by this skilled craftsman. Intriguingly, amidst this bustling scene stands a young boy seated in a wheelbarrow wearing a traditional Northumberland bonnet. His presence adds an element of innocence and curiosity to the composition. Ralph Hedley was renowned for his ability to capture everyday scenes with remarkable detail and authenticity. As one of the most respected local artists during his time, he skillfully portrays not only the craftsmanship involved but also provides us with insight into millions of country journeys made on horseback during that era. "Smithy, Hexham Bridge End" serves as both an artistic marvel and historical documentation of rural life in late-19th century Britain—a testament to Hedley's talent and enduring legacy.
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