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Thomas John Clavering and Catherine Mary Clavering: The Clavering Children
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Thomas John Clavering and Catherine Mary Clavering: The Clavering Children
HEH416443 Thomas John Clavering and Catherine Mary Clavering: The Clavering Children, 1777 (oil on canvas) by Romney, George (1734-1802); 157.5x125.7 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA, USA; eHuntington Art Collections; eHuntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23490624
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Aristocratic Billowing Brother Cradling Drapery Gown Pets Puppy Siblings Sister Spaniels White Dress Aristocrats
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This portrait, titled "Thomas John Clavering and Catherine Mary Clavering: The Clavering Children" captures the essence of aristocratic life in 18th-century England. Painted by George Romney in 1777, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures an impressive 157.5x125.7 cm and is currently housed at the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, CA. The painting showcases two young siblings dressed impeccably in elegant attire befitting their aristocratic status. The sister, adorned in a beautiful pink suit with billowing drapery, cradles a small spaniel puppy lovingly in her arms. Her brother stands beside her wearing a white dress and holds another spaniel close to his side. Romney's attention to detail is evident as he skillfully captures the innocence and grace of these children through their gentle expressions and delicate features. The soft lighting enhances the ethereal quality of the scene while highlighting the exquisite textures of their clothing. In this portrait, we catch a glimpse into Georgian society where pets were cherished companions among aristocrats. This depiction not only celebrates childhood but also serves as a testament to the opulence and refinement associated with the upper echelons of society during that era. "Thomas John Clavering and Catherine Mary Clavering: The Clavering Children" remains an enduring symbol of aristocracy captured on canvas – an exquisite piece that continues to captivate viewers even centuries later.
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