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Illustration, Bristlewoods, in black out
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Illustration, Bristlewoods, in black out
Caricature illustration by Frank Reynolds, of a man and woman in a blacked out street, by garden gate, man with torch and dog. Captioned, Bristlewoods see it through'. With quotations, Mr. Bristlewood: My dear, I had no notion it was you I was following! Mrs. Bristlewood: Then, may I ask WHOM WERE you following? Frank Reynolds, artist (1876-1953), studied at Heatherley's School of Art. Date: 1939
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Bristlewoods - See it Through
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- A captivating caricature illustration by the renowned British artist, Frank Reynolds, depicts a man and woman huddled at the edge of a blacked-out garden gate during wartime. The man, clutching a torch, calls out to the woman, "My dear, I had no notion it was you I was following!" While the woman, surprised, responds, "Then, may I ask WHOM WERE you following?" Frank Reynolds, born in 1876, was a student at Heatherley's School of Art, and his artistic talent shines through in this evocative image. The year is 1939, and the ominous darkness of the blacked-out street sets the stage for a sense of mystery and intrigue. The man's torchlight illuminates only the immediate surroundings, leaving the rest of the world shrouded in darkness. The couple's garden gate serves as a symbol of safety and security, but the question remains - who was the man following, and what does this encounter mean for their relationship? This caricature is a poignant reminder of the uncertainty and tension that marked life during the 1930s and the early years of the 20th century. Reynolds' masterful use of line and shadow creates a sense of depth and emotion that resonates with viewers even today. As we gaze into the inky darkness of the night, we can't help but wonder what lies beyond the garden gate. Frank Reynolds' "Bristlewoods: See it Through" is a testament to the power of art to transport us to another time and place, to make us ponder the human condition, and to remind us of the enduring mysteries of life.
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