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Rejected (1865). Nicol, Erskine 1825-1904. Date: 1865
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Rejected (1865). Nicol, Erskine 1825-1904. Date: 1865
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Rejected (1865) by Erskine Nicol (1825-1904) Description: This poignant oil painting by Scottish artist Erskine Nicol, titled "Rejected," depicts a heart-wrenching scene of a young girl being turned away from the door of a grand house. Dressed in tattered clothing and with tears streaming down her face, she clutches a letter in her hand, the rejection slipping from the fingers of the butler as he firmly shuts the door behind her. The sun sets in the background, casting a warm glow over the scene, yet the girl is left in the shadows, her dreams of a better life shattered. Background: Erskine Nicol was a prominent Scottish painter of the Victorian era, known for his realistic and emotive depictions of everyday life. "Rejected" is a prime example of his ability to capture the human condition with sensitivity and depth. The painting was created in 1865, a time when social mobility was limited, and the class system was deeply entrenched in society. The image of a young girl being rejected from the doorstep of a wealthy household would have resonated deeply with the public, who could relate to the girl's sense of disappointment and despair. Technique: Nicol's use of color and light in "Rejected" is masterful. The warm, golden hues of the sunset contrast sharply with the girl's cold, blue-gray clothing, drawing the viewer's attention to her plight. The intricate details of the girl's clothing and the textures of the door and the ground add to the painting's realism and depth. Impact: "Rejected" is a powerful and moving painting that continues to resonate with viewers today. It serves as a reminder of the struggles and hardships faced by individuals in the past and the importance of empathy and compassion in our interactions with others.
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