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Damsels in distress
Two girls cling to one another as three large white geese encroach. Artist: Ethel Parkinson Date: 1911
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Media ID 14265428
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Cling Distress Ethel Geese Parkinson Damsels Encroach
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Bring timeless beauty into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece, "Damsels in Distress" by Ethel Parkinson (1911), depicts two girls in a moment of vulnerability as they cling to each other while being approached by three large, menacing white geese. The rich, textured canvas and high-quality print faithfully reproduce the intricate details and captivating colors of this classic image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Add an air of romance and nostalgia to any room with this stunning, artfully framed piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Damsels in Distress, 1911 by Ethel Parkinson This evocative image, titled 'Damsels in Distress,' was created by the British artist Ethel Parkinson in 1911. The painting depicts a moment of tension and vulnerability as two young girls cling to one another, their faces etched with fear and anxiety. Their delicate dresses billow around them as they brace themselves against the encroaching threat of three large, menacing white geese. The girls' expressions convey a sense of helplessness and despair, as if they are at the mercy of these formidable creatures. The geese, with their sharp beaks and piercing eyes, seem poised to strike, adding to the sense of imminent danger. Ethel Parkinson's use of color and composition in this painting is masterful. The muted tones of the girls' dresses and the soft greens of the landscape contrast sharply with the bold whites of the geese, drawing the viewer's eye to the central action. The girls are positioned in the foreground, with the geese looming ominously in the background, creating a sense of depth and perspective. The title of the painting, 'Damsels in Distress,' is a reference to the traditional fairy tale trope of women in peril, waiting to be rescued by a brave knight. However, in this modern interpretation, the damsels are not passive victims, but active agents, banding together to protect one another. The painting challenges gender roles and expectations, offering a fresh perspective on a familiar theme. Overall, Ethel Parkinson's 'Damsels in Distress' is a captivating work of art that explores themes of vulnerability, courage, and the power of sisterhood in the face of danger.
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