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Life Class / Slade / 1881

A life class at the Slade

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1881 Classes Easel Schools Slade

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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.

Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 11.4cm (9.3" x 4.5")

Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the atmosphere of a life class session at the Slade School of Fine Art in London, circa 1881. The Slade, founded in 1871, was one of the first government-funded schools of art in England, and quickly gained a reputation for its progressive and rigorous approach to art education. In this image, a group of students, intently focused on their work, are arranged around a nude model, who poses confidently and unselfconsciously in the center of the room. The model's pose, with one leg crossed over the other and one arm resting on a stack of books, is both elegant and natural, and the students' drawings, scattered around the room, reveal the wide range of interpretations and styles that emerged from this single session. Each student is absorbed in their work, some with pencils in hand, others with charcoal or paintbrushes, all striving to capture the essence of the model's form and expression. The room is filled with the sound of pencils scribbling on paper, the occasional sigh or murmur of approval or frustration, and the soft clatter of easels being adjusted. The atmosphere is one of intense concentration and creative energy, as each student seeks to translate the three-dimensional reality of the model into two-dimensional form. The natural light streaming in through the tall windows illuminates the scene, casting long shadows and highlighting the intricacies of the students' work. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when art education was a transformative and deeply personal experience. The Slade's legacy continues to inspire artists and art students today, and this image serves as a reminder of the enduring power of the life class as a tool for artistic growth and exploration.

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