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Blue Shoes
Portrait oil painting of a young woman with a little girl. Both of them are wearing shiny blue shoes and holding a small bouquet of flowers, looking in different directions. Date: circa 1930
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Artistic Bouquet Directions Norah Shiny Shoes
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Blue Shoes, Circa 1930 This evocative oil painting, created by Scottish artist Norah Neilson Gray RSW (Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Water Colours), captures the tender moment between a young woman and a little girl, both adorned in shiny blue shoes. The artwork, from the November collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the early 20th century. The young woman, with her expressive eyes and a hint of a smile, gazes off into the distance, lost in thought. Her blue shoes, polished to a mirror-like sheen, add a touch of elegance to her simple yet stylish outfit. The little girl, on the other hand, looks directly at the viewer with an inquisitive expression, her small bouquet of flowers clutched tightly in her hand. Her blue shoes, though worn and scuffed, still manage to shine, reflecting the playful spirit of the young girl. The use of oil paint gives the painting a rich, velvety texture, making the blue shoes stand out even more. The colors are muted and soft, adding to the overall sense of nostalgia and tranquility. The contrasting directions of their gazes and the connection they share through their matching blue shoes create a captivating narrative, inviting the viewer to ponder the nature of their relationship. Norah Neilson Gray's Blue Shoes is a beautiful example of the artistic talent that flourished during the early 1900s. It is a testament to the power of art to evoke emotions and transport us to different times and places.
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