Old Workmen

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Old Workmen

A sketch which shows a procession of three workmen with tools being carried over their shoulders, the central figure is holding a broom. Date: circa 1923

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Ainsworth Broom Carried Procession Shoulders Tools Wildman Workmen 1923 Volume

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This evocative sketch, titled "Old Workmen," captures the essence of labor and tradition in an era long past. Dated circa 1923, the image depicts a procession of three workmen making their way down a narrow, cobblestone street. Each man carries tools over his shoulders, their faces etched with the lines of age and experience. The central figure, dressed in tattered clothes and wearing a tattered hat, holds a broom aloft, as if leading the way. The scene is rendered in rich, earthy tones, with the men's worn clothing and the rough texture of the stones adding to the overall sense of authenticity. The image is taken from the April 18, 1923 volume of the magazine "William Ainsworth's Wildman," a publication known for its illustrations of rural and working-class life. The image is a poignant reminder of the physical labor that was once a necessary part of daily life. The workmen's tools, worn and well-used, speak to the countless hours they have spent toiling in the fields or on construction sites. Their determined expression and the sense of camaraderie they share as they make their way down the street suggest a deep connection to their work and to each other. The sketch also serves as a visual record of a bygone era, a time when life was more rural and less mechanized. It invites us to reflect on the changes that have taken place over the past century and to appreciate the value of hard work and tradition.

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