'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'William BurgessNone
61.0 x 88.0 cm
Tolpuddle Martyrs' Museum
William Burgess (? – ?)
Discover William Burgess, an English artist (1774-1812) known for Welsh landscapes & portraits. Royal Academy exhibitor, capturing London's elegance & nature.
Tolpuddle Martyrs' Museum (Dorchester, United Kingdom)
Explore the story of the Tolpuddle Martyrs & the birth of trade unionism in Dorset. Discover exhibits on workers' rights, social justice & 19th-century history at this poignant museum.
About this artwork
- Title: 'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'
- Artist: William Burgess
- Original dimensions: 61.0 x 88.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Tolpuddle Martyrs' Museum
- Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
- Perceived brightness: balanced
Questions & Answers
How light is "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" overall?
Overall, "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" is recorded as balanced. Perceived brightness describes how light or dark the work appears.
Is "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" by William Burgess a light or a dark artwork?
"'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" by William Burgess is recorded as balanced, with a gentle luminance luminance.
What is the format of "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'"?
"'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" by William Burgess has a landscape format. The format describes the proportions of the composition.
What kind of colors does "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" use?
The palette of "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" by William Burgess is described as earthy. It is a compact description of the work's colors.
Which museum holds the original "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'"?
The original "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" by William Burgess is held at the Tolpuddle Martyrs' Museum, Dorchester, United Kingdom. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.
Who is the artist behind "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'"?
"'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" was created by William Burgess. The information on this page describes William Burgess's original work.
What are the dimensions of the original "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" by William Burgess?
The original "'Oh God, that bread should be so dear and flesh and blood so cheap'" by William Burgess measures 61 x 88 cm.