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Family Group, 1781 (oil on canvas)
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Family Group, 1781 (oil on canvas)
BWM155772 Family Group, 1781 (oil on canvas) by Pinson, Isabelle (18th century); 71x90 cm; The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham, UK; eBowes Museum; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23350850
© Bowes Museum / Bridgeman Images
Conversation Piece Enlightenment Flute Quill Sibling Violin
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This print titled "Family Group, 1781" by Isabelle Pinson takes us back in time to witness a moment of domestic harmony and artistic expression. The oil on canvas masterpiece, measuring 71x90 cm, is housed at The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, County Durham, UK. The painting showcases the Pleyel family during the Enlightenment era. Ignatius Pleyel, a renowned Austrian composer born in 1757 and died in Paris in 1831, is depicted playing the violin while engaging in conversation with his son. His wife can be seen quilting nearby as their other children gather around them. The composition exudes warmth and intimacy as each family member contributes to this harmonious scene. The father's musical talent resonates through his delicate touch on the violin strings while his wife skillfully sews together pieces of fabric into a quilted masterpiece. Notably, the presence of a flute with "Pleyel" written on its music sheet suggests that music was an integral part of their lives. This conversation piece captures not only their familial bond but also highlights their shared passion for music and artistry. Isabelle Pinson's brushstrokes beautifully capture this snapshot of domestic bliss from centuries ago. Through this remarkable painting preserved at The Bowes Museum, we are transported into the world of the Pleyel family - witnessing their love for one another and experiencing firsthand how they found solace and joy within each other's company.
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