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Maiden Meditation, by Charles West Cope, unspecified, 1847

Maiden Meditation

Charles West Cope

1847

unspecified

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Maiden Meditation is a 1847 unspecified by Charles West Cope, depicting Reading, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Charles West Cope
When & what style?
1847
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting shows a young woman with long, wavy blonde hair, wearing a blue dress and a beige robe. She is holding an open book in her hands, looking down at it with a contemplative expression. The background is dark and shadowy, with a hint of greenery visible on the left side. The woman's face is serene and introspective, with a subtle smile playing on her lips. Her eyes are cast downward, focused on the book in her hands. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet reflection and meditation. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Charles West Cope, an artist known for his detailed and expressive portraits.

About the artist

Portrait of Charles West Cope
Artist

Charles West Cope

Charles West Cope (28 July 1811– 21 August 1890) was an English, Victorian era painter of genre and history scenes, and an etcher. He was responsible for painting several frescos in the House of Lords in London.

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