Work
Ford Madox Brown · 1852
Why it's great
Workers dig a trench in the road in a bustling London street, as people of all classes go past. Ford Madox Brown spent years on this painting, as a picture of the dignity of labor. It's full of detail, with a story to tell in every corner. It's a famous picture of the Victorian world.
Where to see it
📍 Manchester Art GalleryManchester, United Kingdom
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Ford Madox Brown was born in Calais, France, to English parents and trained in Belgium before settling in London. He was a close friend of the Pre-Raphaelites, though he never formally joined them. He painted history, literature and scenes of modern working life, including the famous 'Work'. He died in London in 1893.
