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The Volunteer's Courtship, 1798, by Randolph Caldecott, unspecified, 1870

The Volunteer's Courtship, 1798

Randolph Caldecott

1870

unspecified

From the collection of Clark Art Institute

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Overview

The Volunteer's Courtship, 1798 is a 1870 unspecified by Randolph Caldecott, held at Clark Art Institute.

Who painted this?
Randolph Caldecott
When & what style?
1870
Where can I see it?
Clark Art Institute

About this work

This painting depicts a man and woman in a garden, surrounded by trees and flowers. The man, dressed in a red military uniform with gold accents and a black hat, sits on a chair, gesturing towards the woman. She wears a white dress and a white hat with a red ribbon, holding a ball of yarn and knitting needles. The scene is set in a serene outdoor environment, with the couple engaged in a quiet conversation. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of intimacy and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to explore the works of Randolph Caldecott.

About the artist

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Artist

Randolph Caldecott

Randolph Caldecott ( KAWL-də-kot; 22 March 1846 – 12 February 1886) was a prolific British artist and illustrator who illustrated novels and accounts of foreign travel, made humorous drawings depicting hunting and…

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