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An Ancient Custom, 1876 (oil on canvas)
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An Ancient Custom, 1876 (oil on canvas)
987316 An Ancient Custom, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Long, Edwin Longsden (1829-91); 100x138 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Ancient Custom. Edwin Long (1829-1891). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1876. 100 x 138cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22523542
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1870s 1876 Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Animal Skin Artistic Artistique Assist Assistance Assisting Attendant Attendants Bare Feet Bare Foot Barefeet Barefoot Bended Knee Bending Bending Forward Bending Forwards Black Hair Carpet Cleaner Cleaning Lady Container Cosmetic Cosmetics Crate Creative Activity Creativity Dark Hair Domestic Staff Eastern Edwin Edwin Long English Art English Artist Feet Female Garment Foot Forward Furnishing Getting Ready Governess Hand Out Helping Housekeeper Housemaid Leaning Leaning Forwards Long Maidservant Make Up Makeup Only Women Open Orientalism Orientalist Orientalist Art Outer Garment Patience Patterned Precision Preparation Robe Service Serving Maid Sitting On Floor Soft Furnishing Staff Tile Toiletries Women Only 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Artist British British Artist Interior Decoration Maid Occupation Positive Concepts Young Woman
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An Ancient Custom, 1876
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is a captivating oil painting by British artist Edwin Longsden Long. This exquisite artwork, measuring 100x138 cm, depicts a scene from the past with meticulous attention to detail and skillful brushwork. The composition focuses on a female figure in traditional Middle Eastern attire, kneeling on the floor while attending to her daily beauty routine. With her bare feet and dark hair cascading down her back, she exudes an air of patience and grace. A serving maid stands nearby, assisting the woman with various cosmetics and accessories. Long's academic style shines through in this piece as he masterfully captures every intricate pattern on the garments and furnishings surrounding the two women. The rich colors and textures add depth to the scene, transporting viewers back in time. The artist's fascination with Orientalism is evident in "An Ancient Custom" as he explores themes of cultural exchange and exoticism prevalent during the 19th century. Through his artistic interpretation, Long invites us to contemplate ancient customs that have shaped our understanding of different cultures throughout history. This print of "An Ancient Custom" offers a close-up view of Long's remarkable talent for capturing human emotions and everyday moments through paintbrush strokes. It serves as a testament to his contribution to English art during this period.
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