Greetings Card : The Artists Friend
Cards from Mary Evans Picture Library
The Artists Friend
The Artists Friend.
circa 1840
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14311241
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
1840 Cane Friend Monnier Scruffy Shabby Stick Untidy
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing our enchanting collection of greeting cards, featuring the exquisite artwork "The Artists Friend" by Terry Parker from the Mary Evans Picture Library. Dating back to circa 1840, this captivating image brings a touch of timeless charm to your correspondence. Each card is meticulously printed on high-quality paper, ensuring vibrant colors and crisp details. Share a piece of art history with your loved ones – order now and let the beauty of "The Artists Friend" brighten someone's day.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
The Artists Friend,
EDITORS COMMENTS
a captivating painting by the French artist Henry Monnier, created in 1840, offers a glimpse into the intriguing world of an artist's companionship. This evocative work of art depicts an untidy, shabby man, dressed in worn clothing, leaning on a cane or stick. His scruffy appearance belies the deep connection he shares with the artist, who is not visible in the painting. Monnier masterfully conveys the sense of intimacy and understanding between the two figures through the man's thoughtful gaze and the artist's empty easel and palette, which suggest the presence of a creative partnership. The man's worn attire and weathered face hint at a life rich in experience, while the artist's absence emphasizes the importance of the friend's role in the creative process. Set against a dimly lit, atmospheric background, "The Artists Friend" invites viewers to ponder the profound impact that supportive relationships can have on an artist's work. The painting serves as a poignant reminder that the companionship of a true friend can provide invaluable inspiration, comfort, and motivation, allowing the artist to explore the depths of their creativity and bring their vision to life. Henry Monnier's "The Artists Friend" is a testament to the enduring bond between artists and their friends, and a celebration of the profound influence that these relationships can have on the artistic journey. This painting, with its richly layered meaning and evocative imagery, continues to captivate and inspire viewers more than 180 years after its creation.
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