Fireside
1946
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1946
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This picture shows two kids in a cozy room. One is sitting on the floor in a blue dress, scratching their head, while the other sits in a chair in a long white nightgown, reading a book. A black-and-white dog lies on the rug, and a doll sits on a small chair nearby. The walls are dark, and a teapot and cup hang on the wall above a fireplace. The artist used flat colors and simple shapes, making the scene feel warm but a little dreamy. The kids look relaxed, but their faces are smooth and stylized, not super realistic. If you like this style, check out how the artist made it using lithography.