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Mrs Mounter at the breakfast Table, 1916 - 1917 (pen and black ink, partly scratched
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Mrs Mounter at the breakfast Table, 1916 - 1917 (pen and black ink, partly scratched
1217739 Mrs Mounter at the breakfast Table, 1916 - 1917 (pen and black ink, partly scratched, squared in red ink) by Gilman, Harold (1876-1919); 28.5x18.9 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Harold Gilman
height x width: sheet 28.5 x 18.9 cm
Pen and black ink, partly scratched, squared in red ink); eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22267570
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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In this print titled "Mrs Mounter at the Breakfast Table, 1916 - 1917" we are transported to a moment frozen in time. The artist, Harold Gilman, skillfully captures the essence of domesticity and solitude in this intimate scene. The elderly Mrs Mounter sits solemnly at her breakfast table, her headscarf elegantly draped over her head. Her half-length figure is portrayed with great detail and depth, showcasing Gilman's mastery of pen and black ink. The scratches on the paper add texture and character to the piece. As we observe Mrs Mounter, we can't help but feel a sense of serenity mixed with an underlying tension. Her posture exudes both weariness and resilience as she engages in her morning routine. A teapot stands before her, symbolizing comfort and warmth amidst the mundanity of daily life. Gilman's use of red ink squares adds a touch of intrigue to the composition. Perhaps they represent boundaries or divisions within Mrs Mounter's world or serve as a visual metaphor for societal constraints placed upon women during that era. This artwork invites us to reflect on themes such as aging, solitude, and femininity within domestic spaces. It serves as a poignant reminder that even seemingly ordinary moments can hold profound meaning if we take the time to truly see them. Displayed at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, UK, this masterpiece continues to captivate viewers with its timeless beauty and emotional resonance.
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