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The Leisure Hour, 1862 (oil on panel)
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The Leisure Hour, 1862 (oil on panel)
3822451 The Leisure Hour, 1862 (oil on panel) by Smith, George (1829-1901); 40.6x35.5 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23145842
© Calderdale Borough Council / Bridgeman Images
Collect Collecting Courting Courtship Distance Distant Free Time Horizon Seashell Sentimental Shell Youthful
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The Leisure Hour, 1862
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is a captivating oil painting by George Smith that beautifully captures a serene moment in time. In this idyllic rural landscape, we see a young couple engaged in courtship amidst the breathtaking backdrop of the sea and distant horizon. The female figure sits gracefully on a rock, her attention focused on collecting seashells into a basket. Her youthful charm and sentimental expression suggest she finds joy in these simple pleasures of nature. The male counterpart stands nearby, his gaze fixed upon her with admiration and affection. Smith's meticulous brushwork brings to life every detail of the countryside scenery, from the rolling hills to the vast expanse of water. The soft colors and gentle lighting evoke a sense of tranquility and freedom associated with leisurely moments spent outdoors. This painting not only showcases Smith's artistic talent but also serves as an invitation for viewers to appreciate the beauty found in everyday activities and natural surroundings. It reminds us to slow down, take pleasure in our free time, and cherish those special moments shared with loved ones. "The Leisure Hour, 1862" is undoubtedly an enchanting piece that transports us back to simpler times when courting rituals were filled with innocence and nature was treasured as a source of inspiration and solace.
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