'For So He Giveth His Beloved Sleep'. Fragment of a Mural from the Mortuary Chapel, the Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Edinburgh
1894
unspecified
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1894
unspecified
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
'For So He Giveth His Beloved Sleep'. Fragment of a Mural from the Mortuary Chapel, the Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Edinburgh is a 1894 unspecified by Phoebe Anna Traquair, a Post-Impressionism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting depicts two women in a serene scene. One woman is reclining, resting her head on the other's shoulder. The other woman holds a mirror in her right hand, gazing at her reflection. The women are dressed in flowing robes, with the reclining woman wearing a green robe and the other in a white robe. The background features an arched window with a landscape view. The painting's style is characterized by soft, muted colors and delicate lines, creating a sense of calmness and tranquility. The use of pastel shades adds to the dreamy quality of the scene. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the paintings of Phoebe Anna Traquair.
