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Lady conversing with a parrot by Fortunino Matania
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Lady conversing with a parrot by Fortunino Matania
A woman in fashionable Victorian dress seated near a window conversing with a pet parrot. A spinning wheel and grandfather clock form part of the backdrop. Date: 20th century
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A Moment of Connection - Lady and Parrot in Victorian Elegance,
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by Fortunino Matania This 20th century print by renowned Italian artist Fortunino Matania transports us back to the 1840s, where a lady in fashionable Victorian dress engages in an animated conversation with her pet parrot. The woman, adorned in an elegant gown and accessorized with a delicate bonnet, sits near a sunlit window, her refined features and expressive eyes conveying a sense of warmth and affection towards her feathered companion. The parrot, perched on a wooden perch, returns her gaze, its vibrant plumage a stark contrast to the muted tones of the room. The backdrop of the image is rich in historical detail, with a spinning wheel and a grandfather clock serving as reminders of the era's traditional pastimes and the passage of time. The parrot, with its ability to mimic human speech, symbolizes the fascinating communication between man and nature during this period. Fortunino Matania's masterful use of light and shadow, combined with his meticulous attention to detail, brings this scene to life, allowing us to witness a moment of connection between woman and pet that transcends the boundaries of time. This print is a testament to the enduring bond between humans and animals and the beauty of the Victorian era.
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