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The Wondrous Shape of Love Retreating, c. 1898-1901 (pencil)
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The Wondrous Shape of Love Retreating, c. 1898-1901 (pencil)
6198003 The Wondrous Shape of Love Retreating, c.1898-1901 (pencil) by Davidson, George Dutch (1879-1901); 22.9x22.9 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums
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19 19th Xix Xixth Nineteenth Century Arts And Crafts Celtic Revival Drapery Flowers Of Earth Forest Areas Forest Land Forest Trees Forestry Garden Flower Green Forestry Mystical Pine Forest Primaeval Forest Roses Seraph Seraphs Spruce Forest Stock Of Trees Symbolism Symbolist Wild Flower Wild Roses Woodlands Wreath Flowerbed Flowes Fresh Flowers Halo
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The Wondrous Shape of Love Retreating
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is a captivating pencil print that transports viewers to a mystical realm. Created by George Dutch Davidson in the late 19th century, this artwork measures 22.9x22.9 cm and can be found at The McManus in Dundee, UK. In this enchanting scene, we find ourselves immersed in a serene forest filled with towering pine and spruce trees. The artist's attention to detail brings the lush greenery of the forestry to life, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and beauty. Amidst this natural wonderland, ethereal angels known as seraphs gracefully float through the air. Their celestial presence is accentuated by their radiant halos and flowing robes, which billow like delicate petals caught in a gentle breeze. A procession led by a woman adorned with a wreath symbolizes love retreating from our mortal world into the depths of nature's embrace. As she moves forward, wild roses bloom along her path, adding splashes of vibrant color to the scene. Davidson's skillful use of symbolism invites us to contemplate themes such as love, spirituality, and the interconnectedness between humans and nature. This artwork beautifully captures both the fragility and resilience found within these concepts. "The Wondrous Shape of Love Retreating" is not only an exquisite example of British art from the Celtic Revival period but also showcases Davidson's mastery in capturing intricate details through his drawings. It serves as a reminder that even amidst our
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