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Group portrait of Alfred Rooke and his family in their home
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Group portrait of Alfred Rooke and his family in their home
Group portrait of Alfred Rooke and his family at their home in Mount Park, Ealing, watercolour on paper, by Thomas Matthews Rooke (1842-1942), c.1891-2. Date: 1891-1892
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This enchanting watercolor painting, titled "Group Portrait of Alfred Rooke and His Family at Their Home in Mount Park, Ealing," captures a moment in time from the late 19th century. Painted by Thomas Matthews Rooke in approximately 1891-1892, the image showcases the warmth and intimacy of a family gathering in their home. The scene is set in a cozy, well-appointed room filled with natural light that filters in through the window, casting a gentle glow on the subjects. Alfred Rooke, the patriarch, sits in the foreground, dressed in a formal suit and holding a book, engrossed in reading. His wife, elegantly attired in a Victorian gown, sits beside him, her hand resting on a fan. Their children, dressed in their Sunday best, play and interact with one another, adding a sense of joy and merriment to the scene. The room is adorned with beautiful decorative elements, including a grand bookcase, a mantelpiece adorned with ornate vases and a houseplant, and a piano in the background, suggesting a musical family. The overall effect is one of comfort and contentment, a snapshot of a loving family in their home. Thomas Matthews Rooke expertly captures the essence of the Rooke family, their personalities and their surroundings, making this painting a cherished reminder of a bygone era. The use of watercolor on paper adds to the painting's delicate and authentic feel, making it a beautiful and timeless work of art from the 19th century.
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