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The Scandal (The Keepsake) (oil on wood)
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The Scandal (The Keepsake) (oil on wood)
3743913 The Scandal (The Keepsake) (oil on wood) by Smirke, Robert (1752-1845); 25.4x19.1 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); eNottingham City Museums & Galleries; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23138950
© Nottingham City Museums & Galleries / Bridgeman Images
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The Scandal (The Keepsake) by Robert Smirke is a captivating oil painting that depicts an intriguing scene of gossip and tittle-tattle. In this 25.4x19.1 cm print, we are transported to an intimate interior where a group of women engage in animated conversation, while their faithful canine companion looks on curiously. Seated around a table adorned with a ball and various trinkets, the women are engrossed in their discussion, seemingly oblivious to the presence of a young child playing nearby. Their bonnets and aprons suggest they belong to the working class, adding depth to the social dynamics portrayed in the artwork. One woman sits at the center of attention, her shock evident as she listens intently to her friend's scandalous revelation. The use of light and shadow enhances the dramatic atmosphere within the room, emphasizing each character's emotions. Smirke masterfully captures human interaction through his meticulous brushwork and attention to detail. The walking stick or cane held by one woman adds an air of authority or perhaps mischief to her persona. This remarkable piece from Nottingham City Museums and Galleries invites viewers into a world filled with secrets and whispers—a timeless reminder that gossip has always been part of our lives. It serves as both entertainment for those who observe it from afar and cautionary tale for those caught up in its web.
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