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Cripps the Carrier (engraving)
1059213 Cripps the Carrier (engraving) by Green, Charles (1840-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cripps the Carrier. Illustration for The Graphic, 8 April 1876.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23027354
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Agricultural Workers Bent Bore Bound Brass Carrier Chance Cheek Crimson Cunning Escape Eyes Fitted Healthy Heavy Lash Leviticus Menacing Mood Muscle Pale Pleasant R D Blackmore Spiral Started Stern Sunday Turned Whip Whips
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This engraving, titled "Cripps the Carrier" takes us back to a bygone era. The scene is set in rural England, where agricultural workers toiled under the stern gaze of their employers. Cripps, the central figure in this image, stands tall with his muscular arms bound by heavy ropes. His weathered face bears a cheeky smile that hints at a cunning nature. Dressed in his Sunday best, complete with a fitted hat and crimson waistcoat, Cripps exudes an air of confidence despite his challenging circumstances. His eyes are fixed on something beyond our view as he grips tightly onto the whip that rests menacingly against his side. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke; from the intricate engravings on Cripps' brass belt buckle to the subtle shading that deepens the mood of this evocative piece. The surrounding landscape seems almost sceptral as it fades into pale hues, contrasting sharply with Cripps' robust presence. In this snapshot frozen in time, we catch a glimpse of life for hardworking individuals like Cripps who carried more than just physical burdens. Their resilience and determination were etched into their very beings as they navigated through life's challenges. This print serves as a reminder of our shared history and pays homage to those who bore heavy loads while still finding moments of levity amidst their struggles.
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