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Among the Shingle at Clovelly, 1864 (oil on canvas)
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Among the Shingle at Clovelly, 1864 (oil on canvas)
TW427294 Among the Shingle at Clovelly, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Hemy, Charles Napier (1841-1917); 43.5x72.1 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: This fine picture was probably partly or wholly painted on the beach at Clovelly, in Devon. Pure bright colour and sharp detail create the effect of light flooding the landscape. These features are characteristic of the landscape style of the Pre-Raphaelite group of artists. Charles Napier Hemy was associated with the group through his teacher, William Bell Scott, who was Master of the Government School of Design in Newcastle. This is one of the first landscapes Hemy painted after leaving the North East; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
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© Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums / Bridgeman Images
Cliff Cliffs Coastal Scene English Landscape Fisherman Fishermen Nets
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Among the Shingle at Clovelly, 1864
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is a captivating oil painting by Charles Napier Hemy that beautifully captures the essence of a coastal village in England. The artwork, measuring 43.5x72.1 cm, can be found at the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Painted with meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors, this masterpiece transports viewers to the picturesque beach of Clovelly in Devon. The pure bright hues and sharpness of every element create an incredible play of light throughout the landscape. These characteristics are reminiscent of the Pre-Raphaelite style embraced by Hemy and his contemporaries. Hemy's affiliation with William Bell Scott, his teacher at the Government School of Design in Newcastle, connected him to the influential Pre-Raphaelite group. "Among the Shingle at Clovelly" stands as one of Hemy's earliest landscapes after leaving his hometown. The painting showcases a charming scene filled with fishermen going about their daily routines amidst towering cliffs and quaint houses perched on top. Nets hang from wooden structures while boats rest along the shoreline, adding a touch of maritime charm to this idyllic coastal setting. This remarkable piece not only captures nature's beauty but also serves as a testament to Hemy's skillful brushwork and ability to evoke emotion through artistry. It invites us into a world where we can almost feel the salty breeze on our faces and hear waves crashing against shingles – truly an exquisite portrayal
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