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Anxious Hearts, 1894 (oil on canvas)
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Anxious Hearts, 1894 (oil on canvas)
826720 Anxious Hearts, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Howgate, William Arthur (fl.1884-1906); 48x83in cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Anxious Hearts. William Arthur Howgate (fl.1884-1906). Oil on canvas. Dated 1894. 48 x 83in); Photo eChristies Images; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22738854
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1894 Anxiety Anxious Aversion Awaiting Behaviour Choppy Cliff Crouch Crouching Crouching Down Dark Female Garment Gesture Gesturing Hand Gesture Hand Movement Headscarf Heart Late 20th Century Late Twentieth Century Looking Away Looming Modern Traditional British Negative Concept Ominous Only Women Patience Point Pointing Pose Posed Posing Rough Seaward Shawl Temperament Turning Away View To Sea Wait Waiting Watchful Women Only 19th Century Painting Apparel Artist British British Artist Headwear Howgate Natural Space
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Anxious Hearts, 1894
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is a captivating oil painting by British artist William Arthur Howgate. This thought-provoking artwork, measuring 48x83 inches, depicts a scene of unease and anticipation. The composition showcases a solitary female figure standing on the edge of a cliff overlooking the coastline. She wears a headscarf and her posture exudes anxiety as she crouches down, looking away from the viewer. The dark clouds in the sky add to the ominous atmosphere, while the vast natural space surrounding her emphasizes her solitude. With her hand gesturing towards the sea, it seems as though she is waiting for something or someone with great trepidation. Howgate's use of light and shadow creates depth and adds intensity to this late 19th-century painting. The artist skillfully captures not only external beauty but also internal emotions through his brushstrokes. This evocative artwork invites viewers to contemplate themes of patience, aversion, and human temperament. It explores concepts such as negative emotions and longing while leaving room for individual interpretation. "Anxious Hearts" serves as an excellent example of traditional British art from that era. Its timeless appeal continues to resonate with audiences today due to its masterful execution and ability to evoke deep emotional responses.
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