Artwork
The Awakening
The Awakening is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Phoebe Anna Traquair. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
The Awakening is a 1904 oil painting by Phoebe Anna Traquair, an Irish-born artist associated with the Arts and Crafts movement in Scotland.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts an angel in a white robe with red wings awakening a group of nude figures, possibly including a child, in a lush meadow. The scene is set against a blue sky with a rainbow, evoking a sense of serenity and tranquility.
Technique & Style
Traquair's use of vibrant colors and delicate brushstrokes contributes to the dreamlike quality of the painting, characteristic of the post-impressionist movement.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the collection of the Scottish National Gallery, a testament to Traquair's international recognition for her decorative and illustrative works.
Artist & collection
Artist
Phoebe Anna Traquair (; 24 May 1852 – 4 August 1936) was an Irish-born artist, who achieved international recognition for her role in the Arts and Crafts movement in Scotland, as an illustrator, painter and embroiderer.
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