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Hortensia (engraving)
1615397 Hortensia (engraving) by Seifert, Alfred (1850-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hortensia. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 March 1898.
A Seifert); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22560160
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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In this engraving titled "Hortensia" artist Alfred Seifert transports us to a bygone era of elegance and beauty. The image, which dates back to 1898, showcases a stunning woman adorned with hortensia flowers, exuding grace and poise. Seifert's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his engraving technique. The delicate petals of the hortensias are rendered with precision, their softness contrasting beautifully against the woman's porcelain-like complexion. Her eyes gaze into the distance with an air of mystery, as if she holds secrets untold. The composition evokes a sense of timeless allure - a celebration of femininity and nature's splendor intertwined. The choice to depict hortensias is symbolic; these flowers have long been associated with gracefulness and gratitude, adding depth to the artwork's narrative. This particular print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate Seifert's artistry up close. It invites us into its world where women were celebrated for their inherent beauty and strength. As we observe this mesmerizing piece, we can't help but be transported back in time - imagining ourselves amidst the refined society that once admired such exquisite portraits. "Hortensia" serves as a reminder that even though trends may change over centuries, true beauty remains eternal – captured forever within works like this enchanting engraving by Alfred Seifert.
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