Timber Felling in Essex
1946
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1946
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This image shows a chaotic scene of people and machines in a wooded area. A man on a horse wields an axe marked with a red cross, while another man on the ground struggles with a fallen tree. Two steam engines with large wheels sit in the background, puffing smoke. A woman in a long dress stands nearby, holding a stick. The colors are muted, with browns and greens dominating the scene. The red crosses on the wheels and axe might hint at a medical or rescue theme. The mix of old-fashioned clothing and early machines suggests a time of transition. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
