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"Christmas Time", by Miss E. Osborne, in the exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1865. Creator: W Thomas
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"Christmas Time", by Miss E. Osborne, in the exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1865. Creator: W Thomas
"Christmas Time", by Miss E. Osborne, in the exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1865. Engraving of a painting '...which in technical qualities, and particularly in its rich and harmonious colouring, is in advance of some recent paintings by this accomplished artist. The subject is essentially feminine in conception, showing, as it does, not only how feminine hands deck our homes at the great Christian festival, but, as it seems to us, suggesting also how to the presence of women we owe the charms and endearments of the winter fireside - love and beauty and innocence, weaving a triple spell round the hearth: the love of maternity, the beauty of maidenhood, and the innocence of childhood. The ancient interior, with its oak panelling and quaint fireplaces, and with a portrait of some armed ancestor, as well as the decking of the knightly casque, tell us that the family before us is of ancient race...Miss Osborne has appended to the title of her picture in the Academy catalogue the following line from the old ballad of "The Mistletoe Bough" - evidently, however, without, in the picture, pointing to the catastrophe of that ballad: The holly-branch shone on the old oak wall'. From "Illustrated London News", 1865
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In this enchanting print, "Christmas Time" (1865), Miss E. Osborne captures the essence of winter's warmth and joy within an ancient interior setting. The artist masterfully employs rich colors to evoke a sense of nostalgia and coziness as feminine hands adorn the home with festive decorations. This charming scene not only showcases how women bring love, beauty, and innocence into our lives but also hints at their presence being the source of winter's magic.
The oak panelling, quaint fireplaces, and portrait of an armed ancestor suggest a family history steeped in tradition. The artist has cleverly woven together themes of maternity, maidenhood, and childhood to create a triple spell around the hearth. This print is not only a testament to Miss Osborne's technical skill but also her ability to evoke emotions through color and composition.
The accompanying quote from "The Mistletoe Bough" ballad adds an air of mystery, inviting viewers to ponder the story behind this idyllic scene. As part of the Royal Academy exhibition in 1865, "Christmas Time" is a delightful reminder of the beauty and warmth that can be found during the holiday season.
(Source: Illustrated London News, 1865)
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