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Conversation Piece, Madeira, 1936 (oil on board)
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Conversation Piece, Madeira, 1936 (oil on board)
3822437 Conversation Piece, Madeira, 1936 (oil on board) by Ranken, William Bruce Ellis (1881-1941); 69.4x54.2 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22654966
© Calderdale Borough Council / Bridgeman Images
Dappled Doorway Frond Shadow Sunlit Maid
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Conversation Piece, Madeira, 1936
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captures a captivating moment frozen in time. In this oil on board masterpiece by William Bruce Ellis Ranken, we are transported to the sunlit island of Madeira. The play of light and shadow creates a mesmerizing effect as it dances across the scene. A man stands at the doorway, basking in the warm sunlight that filters through the dappled fronds of a nearby plant. His full-length figure is framed perfectly against the backdrop of an exterior door. A woman joins him in conversation, her presence adding depth and intrigue to the composition. The painting exudes a sense of tranquility and serenity as we imagine ourselves immersed in this idyllic setting. The hot sun casts its golden glow upon everything it touches, lending an ethereal quality to each brushstroke. Intriguingly, there is also a male servant and maid present within this conversation piece. Their inclusion adds layers of social dynamics and class distinctions to ponder upon. As we gaze upon "Conversation Piece" we are transported back in time to witness this intimate exchange between individuals from another era. It serves as both an exquisite work of art and a window into history - capturing not only beautiful aesthetics but also human connections that transcend time itself.
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