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The Canary, 1913 (oil on canvas)
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The Canary, 1913 (oil on canvas)
HEH372456 The Canary, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Paxton, William McGregor (1869-1941); 40.6x35.6 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA, USA; eHuntington Art Collections; eHuntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22914212
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Birdcage Cage Chest Of Drawers Early C19th Eyes Closed Freedom Shawl Wistful
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The Canary, 1913
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by William McGregor Paxton is a captivating oil painting that captures the essence of domesticity and longing. In this intimate interior scene, a young woman stands gracefully with her eyes closed, delicately holding a birdcage in her hands. The soft light illuminates the room, highlighting the intricate details of the furniture and decor. The composition centers around the woman's wistful expression as she gazes into her imagination. Her half-length figure exudes elegance and tenderness, emphasized by her draped shawl and gentle posture. The presence of a chest of drawers adorned with a china vase adds to the sense of refinement in this early 19th-century setting. Paxton masterfully portrays contrasting themes within this artwork - captivity and freedom. While the canary inside its cage represents confinement, it also symbolizes an escape from reality through its melodious songs. The artist invites viewers to contemplate their own desires for liberation while appreciating life's simple pleasures. This remarkable piece is housed at Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, California – an institution renowned for preserving exceptional works like "The Canary". Its inclusion in eHuntington Art Collections showcases American artistry at its finest. Bridgeman Images has expertly reproduced this print so that art enthusiasts can bring home a slice of history filled with beauty and contemplation.
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