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The Grey Drawing Room, Tangiers, 1911, (1914). Artist: Sir John Lavery
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The Grey Drawing Room, Tangiers, 1911, (1914). Artist: Sir John Lavery
The Grey Drawing Room, Tangiers, 1911. After an original oil painting by Sir John Lavery (1856-1941). From The Studio Vol. 62 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1914.]
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This print transports us back to the elegant Grey Drawing Room in Tangiers, Morocco, circa 1911. The room is beautifully adorned with intricate details and luxurious furnishings, creating a serene atmosphere that exudes sophistication. In this scene, we see a couple engaged in an intimate conversation. The man leans casually against a folding screen while the woman sits gracefully on an upholstered chair. Their body language suggests familiarity and comfort as they engage in deep discussion. The monochromatic palette of the photograph enhances the sense of melancholy and introspection that permeates the room. It evokes a feeling of mourning or contemplation, perhaps reflecting the somber mood prevalent during early 20th-century Europe. Sir John Lavery's original oil painting inspired this stunning image captured by The Print Collector in 1914. Lavery was renowned for his ability to capture human emotions through his art, and this piece is no exception. Through subtle gestures and expressions, he invites us into this private moment between two individuals. As we gaze at this remarkable print from The Studio Volume 62 publication, we are transported not only to Tangiers but also to another era entirely—a time when drawing rooms were spaces for intellectual conversations and quiet reflection amidst opulent surroundings. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both our shared history and the enduring power of art to evoke emotion across generations.
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