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Wakefield, Upper Westgate, 1896 (oil on canvas)
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Wakefield, Upper Westgate, 1896 (oil on canvas)
3663548 Wakefield, Upper Westgate, 1896 (oil on canvas) by Grimshaw, Louis (1870-1944); 27x42 cm; The Hepworth Wakefield, West Yorkshire, UK; (add.info.: In this view of Upper Westgate in Wakefield, the cathedral rising in the background, he conveys a wet autumn evening with luminous shop windows, gas lamps, late shoppers and streets that glisten with recent rain.); eThe Hepworth Wakefield; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22971882
© The Hepworth Wakefield / Bridgeman Images
Lamppost Raining Shops Spire Streetlights West Yorkshire
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Wakefield, Upper Westgate, 1896
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is a captivating oil painting by Louis Grimshaw that transports us back to a rainy autumn evening in Victorian England. The scene depicts the bustling streets of Wakefield, with its iconic cathedral majestically rising in the background. Grimshaw's meticulous brushwork and attention to detail bring this atmospheric street scene to life. As we gaze at the painting, our eyes are drawn to the luminous shop windows that illuminate the wet pavement below. Gas lamps cast an enchanting glow on late shoppers hurrying through the rain-soaked streets. Every corner of this town glistens with recent raindrops, reflecting both light and shadows. The towering spire of the cathedral stands as a beacon amidst this urban landscape, reminding us of Wakefield's rich history and spiritual significance. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of everyday hustle and bustle, there is always something greater beyond our immediate surroundings. Grimshaw masterfully captures not only the physical elements but also evokes emotions associated with such evenings - a sense of mystery, nostalgia, and perhaps even solitude. This small-scale artwork invites us into an intimate world where time seems suspended. Displayed at The Hepworth Wakefield in West Yorkshire, UK. , this painting continues to captivate viewers with its timeless charm and ability to transport them back over a century ago into an enchanting Victorian era street scene.
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