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The Letter, 1866 (oil on canvas)
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The Letter, 1866 (oil on canvas)
Ma199049 The Letter, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Calderon, Philip Hermogenes (1833-98); 69x87 cm; Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23359340
© The Maas Gallery, London / Bridgeman Images
Baldaquin Bedroom Coffee Cup Contemplation Curtains Four Poster Four Poster Bed Pleasure
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The Letter, 1866" is a captivating oil painting by Philip Hermogenes Calderon that beautifully captures a moment of intimate contemplation in a Victorian bedroom. The scene depicts a young woman seated on a four-poster bed, engrossed in reading a letter. Bathed in soft light from the lit candles and surrounded by sumptuous curtains, she appears lost in her thoughts. The artist pays meticulous attention to detail, as seen in the intricate patterns of the bed's baldaquin and the delicate folds of the curtains. The rich colors and textures evoke an atmosphere of luxury and pleasure within this domestic setting. In this quiet moment of solitude, we witness not only the act of reading but also the act of drinking. A coffee cup sits beside her on a small table, suggesting that she takes solace or finds comfort in sipping her beverage while immersed in her thoughts. Calderon's "The Letter" invites us into this private space where emotions are explored through written words. It reminds us of how even simple acts like reading can transport us to another world and provide moments for introspection. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate every brushstroke and detail captured by Bridgeman Images with remarkable clarity. It serves as both an aesthetic delight and an invitation to delve into the inner world depicted within "The Letter.
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