A Dorcas meeting in the 6th century

A Dorcas meeting in the 6th century

Edwin Long

1873

oil

From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales

About this work

This painting shows a group of women in a room, dressed in long robes. They are gathered around a table, with one woman sitting and the others standing. The room has a high ceiling with a decorative border, and there is a large peacock painting on the wall. The women are all looking at the woman sitting at the table, who is holding a piece of fabric. The atmosphere is calm and peaceful, with a sense of community among the women. The painting is done in muted colors, with a focus on earth tones and soft lighting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Edwin Long.

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