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Susannah, Philip Lake, and Maria Godsal: The Godsal Children, 1789 (oil on canvas)
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Susannah, Philip Lake, and Maria Godsal: The Godsal Children, 1789 (oil on canvas)
HEH416439 Susannah, Philip Lake, and Maria Godsal: The Godsal Children, 1789 (oil on canvas) by Hoppner, John (1758-1810); 137.8x153 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 22406352
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Brother Cheerful Gown Maternal Motherly Older Reconciliation Siblings Sisters Sulking Tantrum White Dress Big Sister Brown Suit Reconciling
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In this oil on canvas painting by John Hoppner, titled "Susannah, Philip Lake, and Maria Godsal: The Godsal Children" we are transported back to the year 1789. The scene depicts three siblings - Susannah, Philip Lake, and Maria - standing together in a picturesque landscape. The composition exudes a sense of warmth and familial love. Susannah, the eldest sister, stands tall with an air of maturity and responsibility. Her gentle smile reveals her motherly nature as she tries to reconcile a disagreement between her younger brother and sister. Philip Lake appears sulking in his brown suit while Maria stands beside him wearing a beautiful white dress. Despite their differences at that moment, there is an undeniable bond between them as they stand side by side. The artist skillfully captures the essence of childhood in this portrait. We can almost hear the cheerful laughter of these young souls echoing through time. Their expressions range from shy to mischievous but ultimately convey innocence and joy. As we gaze upon this artwork housed within the Huntington Library Art Museum in San Marino, California, we are reminded of the timeless beauty found within family connections. This painting serves as a testament to the enduring power of sibling relationships and showcases Hoppner's ability to capture both individual personalities and collective harmony within one frame.
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