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A bullock carrying a leather mussack with a driver, by Unknown, paint, 1860

A bullock carrying a leather mussack with a driver

Unknown

1860

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

A bullock carrying a leather mussack with a driver is a 1860 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, depicting Oxen, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1860 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a bullock cart with a leather water bag hanging off the side. The driver sits behind the ox, holding the reins. It’s painted in soft, quick brushstrokes that make the scene feel alive. The colors are muted but warm, like a real hot afternoon. This style was new in the 1860s. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.

The story of this work

Overview

The painting shows a bullock transporting a leather mussack, with a driver present.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

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