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Ethel L鯮 tine Gabain (26 March 1883 30 January 1950), French-English artist. Gabain was a renowned painter and lithographer and among the founding members of the Senefelder Club. She was the wife of the print maker John Copley and the mother of actor Peter Copley, and was also known by her married name of Ethel Copley. Pictured here with a sitter in 1941 - she painted numerous portraits of female war workers during the Second World War. Date: 1941
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This evocative photograph captures Ethel Gabain (1883-1950), a renowned French-English painter and lithographer, in the midst of her artistic endeavors during World War II. Gabain, who was married to print maker John Copley and the mother of actor Peter Copley, was also known by her married name of Ethel Copley. She was a founding member of the Senefelder Club and gained recognition for her numerous portraits of female war workers. In this image, taken in 1941, Gabain is seen intently focusing on her subject, a sitter whose expression mirrors the solemnity and determination of the war effort. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the artistic contributions made during a time of great upheaval and hardship. Gabain's work, which captured the spirit and resilience of the women who played a vital role in the war effort, remains an important part of the historical record. As a painter and lithographer, Gabain's art was highly sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts alike. Her work, which often featured portraits and figurative compositions, was characterized by its sensitivity and emotional depth. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the creative process of a talented artist at work during a pivotal moment in history. The image is part of the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, a leading provider of historical and cultural images for commercial and editorial use. This photograph, along with the thousands of other treasured images in the library, offers a unique window into the past and the stories that shaped our world.
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