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The Precious Book, c. 1916-1926 (oil on canvas laid on panel)
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The Precious Book, c. 1916-1926 (oil on canvas laid on panel)
657469 The Precious Book, c. 1916-1926 (oil on canvas laid on panel) by John, Gwen (1876-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Precious Book. Gwen John (1876-1939). Oil on canvas laid on panel. Painted circa 1916-1926. 10 1/2 x 8 3/4in); Photo eChristies Images; Welsh, out of copyright
Media ID 22615006
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022012upload 1916 1926 Behaviour Brown Hair Brunette Concentrating Concentration Dark Hair Facial Expression Gwen John John Laid Down Laid On Panel Long Hair Looking Down Modern Traditional British Pious Precious Read Seating Shawl Solemn Temperament 19th Century Painting Apparel Artist British British Artist Ethnic Origin Positive Concepts Young Woman
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The Precious Book
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is a captivating oil painting by Gwen John, created between 1916 and 1926. This intimate artwork, measuring 10 1/2 x 8 3/4 inches, showcases the artist's exceptional talent and attention to detail. In this early twentieth-century scene, we see a young woman engrossed in her reading. Seated on an elegant chair with traditional British decor, she exudes an air of solemnity and concentration. Her brown hair cascades down her back as she leans forward, fully absorbed in the knowledge held within the pages of the book before her. The composition evokes a sense of tranquility and introspection. The soft lighting highlights the woman's features while casting gentle shadows across the room. Gwen John masterfully captures both the physical presence of her subject and the emotional depth behind her gaze. This painting reflects not only John's technical skill but also her ability to convey complex emotions through art. The viewer can almost feel the weight of each page turned and sense the profound impact that literature has on our lives. "The Precious Book" invites us to contemplate our own relationship with knowledge and self-discovery. It serves as a reminder that even in our modern world, where technology reigns supreme, there is still immense value in taking time for quiet contemplation with a cherished book.
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