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Group Portrait of John Offley Crewe and his family (oil on canvas)
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Group Portrait of John Offley Crewe and his family (oil on canvas)
3251606 Group Portrait of John Offley Crewe and his family (oil on canvas) by Devis, Arthur (1712-87); 83.8x102.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Group Portrait of John Offley Crewe and his family, taking tea around a tripod table in an interior, with a servant with a silver hot water- kettle and heater climbing the stairs to the room, a Venetian window overlooking a garden with a pond beyond); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23013734
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Group Portrait of John Offley Crewe and his family captures a moment of genteel domesticity in 18th-century England. Painted by Arthur Devis, this oil on canvas print showcases the Crewe family gathered around a tripod table, enjoying tea in an opulent interior. The composition is enriched by the presence of a servant ascending the stairs with a silver hot water kettle and heater, adding to the sense of grandeur. Through a Venetian window, we catch glimpses of an idyllic garden with a serene pond beyond. This Palladian-style setting reflects the refined taste and status of the Crewe family within Georgian society. Every detail speaks to their wealth and sophistication – from delicate porcelain china to elegant clothing adorned by both men and women. The group portrait includes John Offley Crewe himself, his wife, children, and even their baby. It portrays not only familial bonds but also highlights societal roles within this privileged household. The painting exudes neo-classical influences prevalent during that era. This image offers us insight into English country house life during this period – where stately homes like theirs served as symbols of power and prestige. With its meticulous attention to detail and skillful execution, Devis's work immortalizes an important chapter in British history.
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