Weighing the Fleece
- Artist
- George Washington Lambert
- Date
- 1921
- Style
- Post-impressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
"Weighing the Fleece" is a 1921 genre painting by Australian artist George Washington Lambert, showcasing his mastery of Post-impressionism. The work depicts rural workers engaged in the traditional activity of weighing wool, capturing everyday life with vivid realism and attention to detail. Lambert's use of bold colors and expressive brushwork reflects the influence of Post-impressionism, while emphasizing the dignity of labor. This painting, housed in the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra, offers an insightful glimpse into Australian rural life and artistic style in the early 20th century.
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