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A Foreign Invasion, c. 1871 (oil on canvas)
TW427268 A Foreign Invasion, c.1871 (oil on canvas) by Emmerson, Henry Hetherington (1831-95); 117.7x172.7 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: Travelling entertainers from Europe sometimes visited the North East in summer months in the late-19th century. This is the foreign invasion of this pictures joking title. The boys feathered hats, green jackets and bagpipes suggest that they are from Italy. They are entertaining the fishing folk of Cullercoats. The figures in the audience illustrate a range of different ages and reactions. This was a common theme in Victorian painting. The North-East artist Henry Emmerson painted many pictures in Cullercoats, where he lived from 1865; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; British, out of copyright
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Entertainer Entertainers Pipes Daily Life Scene
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A Foreign Invasion, c. 1871
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is a captivating oil painting by Henry Hetherington Emmerson that offers a glimpse into the vibrant street scene of Cullercoats in the late-19th century. The artwork depicts a group of travelling entertainers from Europe, adorned in feathered hats and green jackets, entertaining the local fishing folk with their bagpipes. This whimsical image captures the essence of summer months when such performers would visit the North East. The figures in the audience reflect a diverse range of ages and reactions, showcasing an engaging mix of curiosity, amusement, and awe. This theme was commonly explored in Victorian paintings as it highlighted societal dynamics and cultural exchanges during this era. Henry Emmerson, a renowned artist from the North-East region himself, resided in Cullercoats at that time and frequently painted scenes inspired by his surroundings. His deep connection to this coastal village is evident through his meticulous attention to detail and authentic portrayal of everyday life. Through "A Foreign Invasion" viewers are transported back to a time where music filled the air, children danced gleefully alongside skilled musicians on bustling streets while spectators gathered around to witness this enchanting spectacle unfold before their eyes. This delightful snapshot serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation capturing moments that were cherished during those long-gone summers by the sea.
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