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The Ballad Seller, the Black Gate, 1884 (oil on canvas)
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The Ballad Seller, the Black Gate, 1884 (oil on canvas)
TW426842 The Ballad Seller, the Black Gate, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Hedley, Ralph (1848-1913); 94.8x67.4 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: A street seller with her baby in arms is trying to sell song sheets to a well-dressed, severe-looking man; She has the songs pinned to a canvas sheet that she has propped up against a fence; The Black Gate behind her was the gatehouse of Newcastles medieval castle and in the 19th century it was filled with many poor families living in one or two rooms; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23476346
© Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums / Bridgeman Images
North Northern England Selling Sheet Music Singing Vendor
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The Ballad Seller, the Black Gate
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is a captivating oil painting by Ralph Hedley that captures a poignant scene from 19th century Newcastle-upon-Tyne. In this evocative artwork, we see a female street vendor holding her baby in her arms as she tries to sell song sheets to a stern-looking gentleman. The songs are pinned to a canvas sheet propped up against a fence, showcasing the resourcefulness of the seller. The backdrop of the painting is equally significant - the Black Gate, once part of Newcastle's medieval castle and now filled with impoverished families living in cramped conditions. This juxtaposition highlights the stark contrast between wealth and poverty during this era. Hedley masterfully portrays the struggles faced by working-class women in Northern England at that time. The worn expression on the ballad seller's face hints at her daily hardships, while her determined spirit shines through as she perseveres in selling her wares. This Victorian-era artwork not only showcases Hedley's artistic talent but also serves as an important historical document depicting social realities of its time. It invites us to reflect upon themes such as poverty, resilience, and societal inequality. "The Ballad Seller, the Black Gate" remains an enduring symbol of both struggle and hope - reminding us that even amidst adversity, individuals find ways to make their voices heard through music and artistry.
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