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Pepys Wife Painted
Samuel Pepys pays little attention while artist paints portrait of his wife
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Media ID 573671
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10008781
1633 1703 Brushes Easel Palette Pepys Samuel Screen Watches Elmore
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Pepys Wife Painted" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an exquisite artwork by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning portrait showcases a moment of quiet intimacy, as Samuel Pepys appears to be preoccupied with his thoughts while his wife is artfully captured by an unseen artist. The intricate brushstrokes and rich colors bring the painting to life, making it a mesmerizing addition to any room. Elevate your home décor with this timeless masterpiece, and let the story of Pepys and his wife unfold before your eyes.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
In this image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness a moment of quiet introspection in the life of renowned diarist Samuel Pepys (1633-1703). The year is 1667, and Pepys, known for his meticulous documentation of historical events, finds himself in an unexpected role as a subject in a portrait painting. Seated in a plush chair, Pepys appears distracted, his gaze fixed on an object held in his hand - a pocket watch. His attention is clearly divided between the ticking timepiece and the artist at work before him, Elmore, who diligently applies paint to his palette and brushes up against his wig as he prepares to capture the likeness of Pepys' wife, Elizabeth. Elmore, focused intently on his task, pays little heed to the diarist's preoccupation. The artist's eyes are fixed on his subject's face, his hands deftly manipulating the brushes as he mixes colors on the palette. The easel, laden with a blank canvas, stands between the two figures, serving as a testament to the creative process unfolding before us. This painting offers a rare glimpse into the private world of Samuel Pepys, a man who documented the public events of his time with such detail and fervor. It also serves as a reminder of the role art played in capturing the essence of history, both in the public sphere and in the intimate confines of the home. The intricate details of the painting, from the folds of Pepys' waistcoat to the textures of Elmore's wig, are a testament to the skill of the artist and the enduring allure of historical portraiture. This image invites us to ponder the complexities of human nature, the passage of time, and the power of art to preserve the past.
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