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Home from the Sea, 1862 (oil on panel)
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Home from the Sea, 1862 (oil on panel)
AMO98767 Home from the Sea, 1862 (oil on panel) by Hughes, Arthur (1832-1915); 51x65 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Old Chingford Church, Essex; ); eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22666664
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Crying Grave Graveyard Grief Grieving Knapsack Orphan Orphelin Sailor Sister Westernart Mourning Pre Raphaelite
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Home from the Sea, 1862
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is a poignant oil painting by Arthur Hughes that captures the heart-wrenching emotions of loss and grief. In this evocative artwork, we see a sorrowful scene set against the backdrop of Old Chingford Church in Essex. The central figure is a young woman dressed in mourning attire, her face etched with deep sadness as she stands beside a grave. Her tear-filled eyes and clasped hands reveal her profound sense of loss. By her side lies an empty sailor's knapsack, symbolizing the absence of her loved one who will never return home. In this somber moment, we witness the raw vulnerability and anguish experienced by those left behind after tragedy strikes. The artist masterfully portrays the universal theme of death and its impact on families torn apart by untimely farewells. Hughes' Pre-Raphaelite style shines through in his attention to detail and use of vibrant colors that contrast with the melancholic subject matter. The composition draws us into this intimate moment, allowing us to empathize with the grieving sister's pain. This powerful painting serves as a reminder of our shared human experience – how loss can leave us feeling orphaned and shattered. It invites contemplation on themes such as mortality, love, and resilience while honoring those who have been taken too soon from our lives.
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