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Hortense, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
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Hortense, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
465507 Hortense, c.1920s (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); 28.5x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: From Twenty-Four Original Character Illustrations to Bleak House ; Bleak House by Charles Dickens (1812-70), first published in installments 1852-53); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Rare Book Department, Free Library of Philadelphia; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22928460
© Free Library of Philadelphia Rare Book Department, Free Library of Philadelphia / Bridgeman Images
Apron Bleak House Charles Dickens Gesture Gesturing Maids Novels Servants Stern Bonet Characters Hortense Maid
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This print showcases "Hortense, c. 1920s" a stunning pen and ink with watercolor on paper artwork by Joseph Clayton Clarke (Kyd). The piece measures 28.5x22.5 cm and is housed in the Free Library of Philadelphia's Rare Book Department. The image depicts a female figure, presumably Hortense, donning an apron and holding a book. Her stern expression exudes authority as she stands tall in full length, gesturing with determination. This character illustration originated from Charles Dickens' renowned novel "Bleak House" and was part of a collection of twenty-four original illustrations for the book. The artist skillfully captures the essence of this literary maid through intricate details such as her bonnet and period-specific clothing that firmly places her within the 1920s era. The composition evokes a sense of timelessness while simultaneously transporting viewers to early twentieth-century England. "Hortense, c. 1920s" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical artifact, offering glimpses into the world created by Charles Dickens over a century ago. It exemplifies how visual interpretations can enhance our understanding and appreciation of literature. As we admire this remarkable painting by Joseph Clayton Clarke (Kyd), we are reminded of the enduring power that art holds in preserving stories from different periods in history – stories that continue to captivate audiences today.
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