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Framed Print : ILLINOIS: BISHOP HILL. Women of the Pietist village of Bishop Hill, Illinois, drawing water
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ILLINOIS: BISHOP HILL. Women of the Pietist village of Bishop Hill, Illinois, drawing water
ILLINOIS: BISHOP HILL.
Women of the Pietist village of Bishop Hill, Illinois, drawing water. Painting by Olaf Kraus, a member of the community, c1860
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Media ID 12569133
1860 Agriculture Americana Community Countryside Farm Folk Art Illinois Member Midwest Olaf Pietist Rural Utopian Village Water Bishop Hill Communal Kraus
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Bring the historic charm of Bishop Hill, Illinois, into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints featuring Olaf Kraus' captivating painting, "Women of the Pietist Village of Bishop Hill, Illinois, Drawing Water." This beautiful artwork, originally created in 1860, showcases the daily life of the community's women as they gather at the well. The Granger Collection's high-quality art print is expertly framed, adding an elegant touch to any room. Transport yourself back in time and add a unique piece of American history to your decor with our Framed Print of "ILLINOIS: BISHOP HILL.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a glimpse into the daily lives of the women in Bishop Hill, Illinois, during the mid-19th century. The Pietist village was known for its communal and utopian ideals, and this image showcases their dedication to hard work and self-sufficiency. In this painting by Olaf Kraus, a member of the community himself, we see a group of women drawing water from the Edwards River. Their strong yet graceful figures are illuminated against the backdrop of the picturesque countryside. With buckets in hand and determined expressions on their faces, these women embody resilience and unity. The agricultural landscape surrounding them serves as a reminder of their connection to nature and their commitment to sustaining themselves through farming. The simplicity of life in rural Illinois is beautifully portrayed through Kraus' folk art style. As members of this close-knit community, these women play an integral role in maintaining Bishop Hill's way of life. They symbolize strength, perseverance, and cooperation - values that were essential for survival in this pioneering era. This remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand allows us to step back in time and appreciate not only the beauty captured within it but also gain insight into an important chapter in American history.
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