The Daily Painting: A Music Party

Sunday, April 11, 2010

A Music Party

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Arthur Hughes

(English, 1832-1915)

A Music Party, 1861-64

Oil on canvas

Wow, I love the vibrant colors and gorgeous fabrics! And notice how the son is holding the father's hand. It's such a sweet detail! :)

2 comments:

UnknownApril 11, 2010 at 10:18 PM
This is lovely!
I love the clothing, and their hair. :)
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KatherineApril 13, 2010 at 2:14 PM
Awwwwwww. That is so precious. ::) I love their hair . . .
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