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Study of a Man Holding a Cock for Highland Raiders, 1918 (oil on paper)
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Study of a Man Holding a Cock for Highland Raiders, 1918 (oil on paper)
3744177 Study of a Man Holding a Cock for Highland Raiders, 1918 (oil on paper) by Shackleton, William (1872-1933); 34.9x34.9 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); eNottingham City Museums & Galleries; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22543512
© Nottingham City Museums & Galleries / Bridgeman Images
Chicken Cock Cockerel Feather Grey Hair Hanging Hung Knife Old Man Poultry Suspended Wing Bearded
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This print showcases William Shackleton's "Study of a Man Holding a Cock for Highland Raiders" painted in 1918. The oil on paper artwork, measuring 34.9x34.9 cm, is housed in Nottingham City Museums and Galleries at Nottingham Castle. In this intriguing composition, we see an elderly man with a long grey beard holding a magnificent cockerel by its wings. The man's weathered face and piercing gaze reveal his wisdom and experience. Suspended from the bird's feet is a knife, hinting at the purpose behind their encounter – perhaps preparing for a hunt or meal. The artist pays meticulous attention to detail as he captures every feather on the cockerel's body with precision and skillful brushstrokes. The vibrant colors bring life to the painting, contrasting against the subdued background. This thought-provoking piece raises questions about our relationship with nature and animals. It explores themes of masculinity, power dynamics, and our connection to food sources in rural communities during that era. Shackleton masterfully portrays both strength and vulnerability through this depiction of an old man delicately holding onto life while simultaneously confronting death. This evocative artwork invites viewers to reflect upon their own mortality while appreciating the beauty found within everyday encounters.
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