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Family Accounts, (oil on canvas)
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Family Accounts, (oil on canvas)
658284 Family Accounts, (oil on canvas) by Hicks, George Elgar (1824-1914); 30.5x25.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Family Accounts. George Elgar Hicks (1824-1914). Oil on canvas. 30.5 x 25.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23673328
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by George Elgar Hicks is a captivating oil painting that depicts an intimate scene within a 19th-century British household. The composition showcases a small group of people gathered around a table, engrossed in the task of managing their family finances. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the meticulously rendered interior and the carefully posed figures. The room is furnished with modest yet tasteful decor, reflecting the economic circumstances of the family. A sense of anticipation and nervousness fills the air as they navigate through this difficult time. The central figure, presumably the head of the household, sits at one end of the table wearing a brown jacket and purple shirt. His wife stands beside him, her hand gesturing towards an open account book on the tablecloth-covered surface. Their expressions convey both determination and concern as they confront their financial challenges together. Surrounding them are other family members - a young boy seated on a stool, his mother donning a bonnet, and another man observing from behind. Each character adds depth to this narrative tableau, representing different emotions and roles within this domestic setting. Hicks' masterful use of color and light brings life to this poignant moment frozen in time. Through "Family Accounts" we catch glimpses into not only their struggle but also their resilience as they face adversity with hope for better days ahead.
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