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Tired of Waiting, 1881 (pencil and watercolour with touches of white heightening)
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Tired of Waiting, 1881 (pencil and watercolour with touches of white heightening)
828478 Tired of Waiting, 1881 (pencil and watercolour with touches of white heightening) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930); 56.5x75.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tired of Waiting. Arthur Hopkins (1848-1930). Pencil and watercolour with touches of white heightening. Dated 1881. 56.5 x 75.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22484592
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1880s 1881 Accessories Arthur Arthur Hopkins Awaiting Boredom Brother Exhaustion Family With Three Children Fisherfolk Fishing Boat Fishing Craft Fishing Vessel Four People Headscarf Hopkins Local Industry Natural Phenomena Negative Concept One Parent Parent Patience Pencil Pencil Drawing Personal Accessory Seaward Seaweed Sheltered Sheltering Sibling Siblings Single Mother Single Parent Sister Sisters Sitting On Ground Sleepy Small Group Small Group Of People Somnolance Somnolence Tired Tired Out Tiredness Victorian Art View To Sea Wait Waiting Water Color Water Colour Water Transport Water Vehicle Water Vessel Weary White Heightening 19th Century Painting Accessory Artist British British Artist Ethnic Origin Headwear Natural Space
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Tired of Waiting, 1881
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is a captivating artwork by Arthur Hopkins that beautifully captures the essence of patience and exhaustion. The pencil and watercolor print, with delicate touches of white heightening, depicts a small group of people sitting on the ground along the coastline. In this late nineteenth-century scene, we see a tired young girl wearing a headscarf, accompanied by her siblings and single mother. The weariness in their faces speaks volumes about their long wait for something or someone. The artist skillfully portrays the negative concept of waiting through his use of somber colors and weary expressions. The fishing boat in the background hints at their connection to the local industry, emphasizing their reliance on its success. Hopkins' attention to detail is evident in every stroke; from the intricate apparel worn by each character to the natural phenomena surrounding them. The composition evokes a sense of solitude as they find shelter amidst nature's vastness. This Victorian-era painting not only showcases Hopkins' talent but also serves as a reminder of human resilience during challenging times. It reminds us that even when faced with exhaustion and uncertainty, there is strength in unity and hope in perseverance. Overall, "Tired of Waiting" invites viewers to reflect on our own experiences with patience and fatigue while appreciating both the beauty and hardships captured within this remarkable piece of art.
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