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"Game and Fruit" by W. Duffield, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Creator: E. Skill. "Game and Fruit" by W. Duffield, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Creator: E. Skill
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"Game and Fruit" by W. Duffield, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Creator: E. Skill. "Game and Fruit" by W. Duffield, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Creator: E. Skill
"Game and Fruit" by W. Duffield, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Engraving of a painting. This picture gives evidence of increasing inventive power, as well as technic skill...This group of various members of the feathered tribes, with fruits, pomegranates, grapes, &c. and a curious old jug, is put together with great freedom and ease, yet in extremely picturesque arrangement. The textural treatment of the several objects is admirably discriminated, even to the difference between the loose and ruffled plumage of the moorcock and other game hanging up against the wall and the soft down of the duck. Like a true artist, moreover, Mr. Duffield, not satisfied with a close imitation of externals, aims at representing the substance as well as the surface of every object in its normal character. His duck is temptingly plump; his grapes and pears pulpy and almost fragrant; his ancient jug shows a roundness and capacity which speak of many a joyous libation which it has served in its time...In short, his touch, in every part, is solid and thoroughly genuine; and thus, without the slightest undue gloss or striving after effect, he realises truthfulness in the most satisfactory and legitimate sense of the word'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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Game and Fruit
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by W. Duffield, an exquisite painting captivated the audience at the British Institution Gallery in 1862. This masterpiece, skillfully engraved by E. Skill, showcases the artist's inventive prowess and unparalleled technical ability. The painting depicts an intriguing assemblage of various game birds, including a moorcock, with an array of fruits such as pomegranates and grapes. A curious old jug adds to the scene's allure. The artist's deft handling of textures is evident in the painting, with the loose and ruffled plumage of the game birds contrasting beautifully with the soft down of the duck. Duffield's attention to detail extends beyond mere surface appearances, as he strives to represent the very essence of each object. His duck is plump and inviting, while his grapes and pears appear ripe and fragrant, bursting with life. The ancient jug, with its rounded form and capacity, speaks of countless joyous libations it has served throughout the ages. Duffield's touch is solid and genuine, imbuing the painting with a truthfulness that goes beyond mere imitation. His work is a testament to the power of art in capturing the essence of life and the world around us. The painting's engraving by E. Skill serves to preserve this masterpiece for future generations, allowing us to appreciate its beauty and intricacy in exquisite detail. This work of art continues to inspire awe and admiration, a testament to the enduring power of artistic skill and creativity.
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