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Guinea Pigs, c. 1789 (oil on canvas)
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Guinea Pigs, c. 1789 (oil on canvas)
XYC162476 Guinea Pigs, c.1789 (oil on canvas) by Morland, George (1763-1804); 76.25x63.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
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Doorstep Doorway Genre Hopeful Pets Reluctant Travelling Salesman
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In this charming oil on canvas painting titled "Guinea Pigs, c. 1789" artist George Morland captures a heartwarming scene that transports us back to the Georgian era. The artwork, measuring 76.25x63.5 cm, is housed in the prestigious Yale Center for British Art as part of the Paul Mellon Collection. The composition depicts a doorstep where a group of children eagerly gather around their mother and an itinerant salesman who has brought along two adorable guinea pigs. The children's faces are filled with hope and excitement as they marvel at these furry creatures, while their mother looks on with gentle reluctance. Morland masterfully portrays the innocence and curiosity of childhood through his skilled brushwork and attention to detail. The warm colors and soft lighting create an inviting atmosphere that draws viewers into this domestic scene. This genre painting not only showcases the love for pets during this period but also offers a glimpse into daily life in 18th-century England. It reminds us of simpler times when doorsteps served as meeting places for neighbors and traveling salesmen were welcomed guests. As we admire this delightful artwork from Fine Art Finder's collection, we can't help but feel nostalgic for a bygone era where joy could be found in small moments like discovering new animal companions on our own doorsteps.
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