August, 1914

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August, 1914

A painting of a young woman, wearing a white dress and holding a similarly coloured parasol, standing on a bank beside a river populated with swans, a fine country manor stands in the distant background. Date: 1914

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Bank Distant Gabriel Glehn Manor Parasol Populated Similarly Stands Swans Wilfred Volume

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August, 1914: A Moment of Tranquility Before the Storm This painting, titled 'August, 1914,' depicts a young woman in a pristine white dress and matching parasol, standing on the tranquil bank of a river teeming with swans. The idyllic scene is further enhanced by the presence of a fine country manor, its grandeur evident in the distant background. The soft, pastel colors of the woman's attire and the serene water reflect the carefree spirit of the summer month. As we gaze upon this image, it is hard to believe that just a few short months later, the world would be plunged into the chaos and devastation of the First World War. This moment, captured in time, represents a fleeting instance of peace and beauty before the storm. The painting, created in 1914, was first published in October, 1917, in the prestigious magazine 'The Studio.' At the time, the world was still reeling from the shock of the war, and this image of innocence and tranquility would have been a welcome respite for readers. The artist of this work is not definitively known, but it is believed to be the creation of Wilfred Gabriel de Glehn (1870-1951), a renowned Irish painter who was known for his landscapes and figurative works. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the artist's identity, the painting remains a poignant reminder of a time long past, when the world was at peace, and the simple pleasures of nature could provide solace and inspiration.

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