The Daily Painting: A Pavane

Friday, January 15, 2010

A Pavane

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Edwin Austin Abbey
(American, 1852-1911)
A Pavane, 1897

Oil on canvas

The pavane is a stately dance from the 16th century, in case you didn't know. I didn't. I also didn't know that Edwin Austin Abbey was an American painter! Pretty cool! I love the colors, the dresses, and the scenery in this painting! This is my favorite detail:

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Questions to ask about a painting

What is the subject of the painting? Does the title add to your understanding of the painting?

What's the main color scheme? Why do you think the artist chose these colors? How do they make you feel?

Where do you look first? What do your eyes follow around the painting? What seems most important in this painting?

Is the painting organized, or jumbled? Chaotic or peaceful?

Consider what it all might mean: What does the painting tell you? What is the artist trying to say about the subject matter? What feeling does the painting evoke? How did the painter achieve this effect?