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A Soldier's Widow, 1815/1820. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
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A Soldier's Widow, 1815/1820. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Soldier's Widow, 1815/1820
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Brown Ink Elderly Woman Grey Ink Old Woman Rowlandson Thomas Sanguine Thomas Rowlandson Wash Widow Widowed Wove Paper Pen And Ink Drawing Watercolour On Paper Widowhood
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A Soldier's Widow
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is a poignant and evocative work of art created by the renowned British artist Thomas Rowlandson in the early 19th century. This print, dating from around 1815 or 1820, showcases Rowlandson's exceptional skill in caricature and satire, as well as his deep understanding of human emotion. The image depicts an elderly woman, dressed in somber black, seated in a simple, humble room. Her face, etched with lines of sorrow and weariness, tells the story of a life marked by hardship and loss. In her lap, she cradles a small portrait of a soldier, his youthful, handsome face a stark contrast to the wrinkled, worn features of his widow. The room is sparsely furnished, with only a few meager possessions suggesting the frugality of a life lived without the financial support of a husband. Rowlandson's masterful use of brown ink, grey ink, sanguine, wash, and watercolor on wove paper creates a rich, textured image that invites the viewer to contemplate the depth of the woman's grief and the sacrifices made by soldiers and their families during times of war. The print is a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the enduring strength and resilience of the human spirit. "A Soldier's Widow" is a cherished piece of heritage art that has been exhibited in various galleries and art centers around the world, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. This evocative work continues to captivate audiences and inspire reflection on the complexities of love, loss, and the human experience.
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