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Girl Reading, 1878 (oil on canvas)
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Girl Reading, 1878 (oil on canvas)
2967744 Girl Reading, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Perugini, Charles Edward (1839-1918); 98x73 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32133648
© Manchester Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
Absorbed Bench Bloom Blooming Blooms Blossom Blossoming Concentration Ennui Fruit Tree Melancholy Orange Orange Tree Silk Sprig Gauzy Neo Classical Pre Raphaelite Silken Symbolic
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Girl Reading, 1878 - A Captivating Blend of Nature and Concentration
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. This enchanting print captures Charles Edward Perugini's masterpiece, "Girl Reading" painted in 1878. The oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 98x73 cm and is housed at the Manchester Art Gallery in the UK. In this scene, a young girl finds solace amidst a lush garden, seated on a bench beneath a fruit tree in full bloom. Her attention is completely absorbed by the book she holds delicately in her hands. Symbolic of concentration and introspection, her presence exudes both melancholy and serenity. The setting itself evokes a sense of romance with its gauzy atmosphere reminiscent of medieval times. The girl's flowing dress adds to this neo-classical aesthetic while the orange tree behind her provides a vibrant burst of color against the marble backdrop. Perugini skillfully portrays not only the physical beauty but also captures the emotional depth within his subject. Every brushstroke reveals layers of meaning - from ennui to contemplation - creating an intriguing narrative that draws viewers into this timeless moment. With its meticulous detail and masterful execution, "Girl Reading" stands as a testament to Perugini's pre-Raphaelite style. This piece invites us to reflect upon our own relationship with literature and nature while celebrating the enduring power of art to transport us into worlds both real and imagined.
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