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Two Springs, 1910 (oil on canvas)
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Two Springs, 1910 (oil on canvas)
471203 Two Springs, 1910 (oil on canvas) by Woestyne, Gustave van de (1881-1947); 73x63 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; (add.info.: Another title for this work is "The field mouse and the city mouse".); © Art in Flanders
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Anonymity Anonymity Anonymous Anonymous Chic Clothing Style Contrast Fashiom Fashion Trend Field Mouse Identities Identity Opposite Opposites Plume Plumed Rustic Simple Sophisticated Springs Stylish Veil
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This print showcases Gustave van de Woestyne's "Two Springs" painting from 1910. The oil on canvas masterpiece, measuring 73x63 cm, is housed in the prestigious Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten in Antwerp, Belgium. Also known as "The field mouse and the city mouse" this artwork beautifully captures the contrast between two different worlds. On one side stands a female figure dressed in simple peasant attire, representing the rustic countryside. Her black dress and plumed hat exude simplicity and elegance. On the opposite side of the painting stands another woman adorned in a fashionable red dress with a stylish veil and plume hat. She personifies sophistication and chicness associated with urban life. The artist skillfully portrays these two contrasting identities without revealing their true names or faces, emphasizing anonymity as an essential element of his work. Through this thought-provoking piece, Van de Woestyne explores not only fashion trends but also societal divisions between town mice and country mice during that era. The composition invites viewers to reflect upon how clothing styles can shape our perceptions of identity while highlighting the stark differences between rural simplicity and urban glamour. Bridgeman Images has impeccably captured this remarkable painting for art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate its beauty and contemplate its deeper meaning.
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