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The Letter, (oil on canvas)
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The Letter, (oil on canvas)
658975 The Letter, (oil on canvas) by Portielje, Edward (1861-1949); 47x38.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Letter. Edward Antoon Portielje (1861-1949). Oil on canvas. 47 x 38.4cm); Photo © Christies Images; Belgian, out of copyright
Media ID 25173538
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082011upload Artist Belgian Artist Dutch Belgian Art Belgian Artist Communicate Communicating Dutch Art Dutch Artist Friend Friendly Friends Friendship Incopyright Listen Listening Local Industry Mail Netherlandish Artist Portielje Postal Service Read Relationship Seamstress Seamstresses Using Hands 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Ethnic Origin Interior Decoration
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The Letter
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by Edward Portielje captures a serene moment in an early twentieth-century interior. The Netherlandish artist skillfully portrays the intimate relationship between two individuals within this domestic setting. A young woman, identified as a seamstress, sits at a table near a window, engrossed in reading a letter. Her posture and focused expression suggest her deep connection to the words on the page. The room is adorned with textiles and furniture that reflect the time period's decor style. The warm tones of the oil painting create an inviting atmosphere, enhancing the sense of comfort and familiarity. Portielje's attention to detail is evident in his depiction of everyday objects such as fabrics and mail envelopes, which add authenticity to the scene. The artist masterfully uses light and shadow to emphasize different textures throughout the composition. This artwork not only showcases Portielje's talent but also highlights his contribution to Dutch art during this era. It serves as a testament to his ability to capture human emotions through visual storytelling. "The Letter" invites viewers into an intimate moment between friends or loved ones who are communicating through written correspondence—a timeless reminder of how letters have long served as vehicles for connection and understanding across distances.
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