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Waiting for the Escort, (oil on canvas)
658214 Waiting for the Escort, (oil on canvas) by Detti, Cesare-Auguste (1847-1914); 53.3x36.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Waiting for the Escort. Cesare Auguste Detti (1847-1914). Oil on canvas. 53.3 x 36.8cm); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22612164
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082011upload Arm Resting Aversion Awaiting Detti Entertained Entertainment Event Escort Gentility Gentry Hair Red Italian Art Italian Artist Leaning On Elbow Looking Away Parade Pose Posed Posing Red Hair Red Head Redhead Social Class Upper Class Using Hands Wait Waiting Woman Alone 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Ethnic Origin Young Woman
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Waiting for the Escort
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is a captivating oil painting by Italian artist Cesare-Auguste Detti. This nineteenth-century masterpiece, measuring 53.3x36.8 cm, depicts a young woman in an elegant setting, exuding grace and poise. The subject of the painting stands alone, her gaze turned away from the viewer as if lost in thought or anticipation. With her arm resting on a nearby surface and leaning on her elbow, she emanates an air of sophistication and gentility that was characteristic of upper-class society during this time period. Detti's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke; from the woman's fashionable attire to her striking red hair cascading down her shoulders, each element adds depth and complexity to the composition. As we observe this scene frozen in time, we can't help but wonder about the story behind it. Is she waiting for someone? Perhaps an escort or a lover? The ambiguity invites us to create our own narrative within this late nineteenth-century context. Through his skillful portrayal of posture and expression, Detti captures not only physical beauty but also emotional depth. This artwork serves as a window into another era—a glimpse into the lives and aspirations of women during this period. "Waiting for the Escort" is more than just a painting; it is an evocative representation of human emotions and societal norms beautifully rendered by one of Italy's finest artists.
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