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The Girl with the Tattered Glove, 1909, (1935). Creator: William Nicholson
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The Girl with the Tattered Glove, 1909, (1935). Creator: William Nicholson
The Girl with the Tattered Glove, 1909, (1935). Woman with a rip in one of her leather gloves. The model was Lottie Stafford, a London laundress. Painting in The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge. From " Modern Masterpieces", Part 5. [George Newnes Ltd, London, 1935]
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Cloche Hat George Newnes George Newnes Ltd Glove Gloves Lottie Modern Masterpieces Newnes Nicholson Sir William Newzam Prior Nicholson Sir William Nicholson Stafford Torn William Newzam Prior William Newzam Prior Nicholson William Nicholson
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The Girl with the Tattered Glove, 1909, (1935) is a captivating print that captures the essence of early 20th-century Britain. Created by renowned artist William Nicholson, this portrait depicts a woman named Lottie Stafford, who worked as a London laundress. The image showcases Lottie wearing a stylish cloche hat and an elegant dress, but what stands out is the tear in her leather glove. The torn glove serves as a powerful symbol of poverty and hardship during that era. It tells a story of resilience and strength despite challenging circumstances. Lottie's expression reflects both determination and vulnerability, reminding us of the struggles faced by working-class women at the time. Displayed in The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, this painting is part of George Newnes Ltd's publication "Modern Masterpieces". Published in 1935, it aimed to bring art to wider audiences and celebrate British talent like Sir William Newzam Prior Nicholson. This print not only showcases exceptional artistic skill but also provides valuable insight into social history. It reminds us to appreciate the resilience and beauty found within everyday people facing adversity. As we admire Lottie Stafford's portrait today, we are transported back to an important period in British history where art served as both documentation and inspiration for change.
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