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Dressing Up, (oil on canvas)
651382 Dressing Up, (oil on canvas) by Metz, Francois Louis Lanfant de (1814-92); 55x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dressing Up. Francois Louis Lanfant de Metz (1814-1892). Oil on canvas. 55 x 46cm.); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22692194
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082012upload Accessories Amusement Blond Blond Hair Blonde Blonde Hair Boys Only Chest Continental Pictures Dressing Up Enjoyment Fair Fair Haired Good Time Imaginary Imagination Make Believe Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Personal Accessory Playful Pretending Searching Small Group Small Group Of People Stick Three People Toddler Trying On 19th Century Painting Accessory Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Headwear Interior Decoration Positive Concepts Youthful
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by Francois Louis Lanfant de Metz is a charming oil painting that captures the innocence and imagination of childhood in the 19th century. In this small group portrait, three young children are seen playfully engaging in make-believe, adorned in various costumes and accessories. The fair-haired children stand together, their youthful faces filled with joy and excitement as they explore different roles through dress-up. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the meticulously painted apparel and headwear worn by each child, showcasing the fashion trends of the time. Set against an interior backdrop with carefully chosen decor and furniture, "Dressing Up" invites us into a world where fun and enjoyment take center stage. The artist skillfully portrays the essence of youthfulness through their playful postures and expressions. This mid-19th-century artwork not only showcases French artistry but also evokes feelings of nostalgia for a simpler time when imaginative play was cherished. It reminds us of our own childhoods spent pretending to be someone else or trying on different identities. As we gaze upon this delightful scene captured on canvas, we can't help but be transported back to a time when dressing up meant endless possibilities and carefree moments filled with laughter. "Dressing Up" serves as a timeless reminder of the universal joy found in embracing our imaginations at any age.
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