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Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree, 1879 (oil on canvas)
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Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree, 1879 (oil on canvas)
985216 Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 39.4x57.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree. Winslow Homer (1836-1910). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1879. 39.4 x 57.2cm.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23675796
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
1870s 1879 American Artist American Painting Artist American Freetime Homer Leisurely Loneliness Lonely Lonliness Luminism Luminist Negative Concept Oak Tree Outer Garment Read Recreational Sitting On Ground Winslow Homer Woman Alone Wooded Ethnic Origin Headwear Natural Space
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Girl Reading Under an Oak Tree, 1879
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by Winslow Homer captures a serene moment in the countryside. In this oil painting, a young girl finds solace and escape from the world within the pages of her book. The artist skillfully portrays the tranquility of nature through his use of luminism, with dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves onto the girl's figure. Seated on the ground beneath a majestic oak tree, she is surrounded by lush woodland scenery. Her attire reflects the late 19th-century fashion, with a cloak draped over her shoulders and a hat adorning her head. Despite being alone in this natural space, there is no sense of loneliness or sadness; instead, it conveys a sense of peaceful solitude. Homer's attention to detail brings life to every element in this artwork - from the texture of bark on the oak tree to delicate folds in her dress. The composition invites viewers to imagine themselves immersed in this idyllic scene, perhaps even feeling inspired to pick up their own book and find respite under an ancient oak. This piece showcases Homer's mastery as an American artist during that era and serves as a reminder of simpler times when one could lose themselves in literature amidst nature's embrace.
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