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The Trysting Place, 1878 (oil on canvas)
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The Trysting Place, 1878 (oil on canvas)
TW427252 The Trysting Place, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Lidderdale, Charles Sillem (1831-95); 107.2x76.9 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: The girl in this picture is waiting at a lovers meeting place. She holds a rose, a symbol of love. Her sad look suggests that she has been waiting in vain. She wears a Victorian version of dress and bonnet fashionable a hundred years previously. This kind of romantic view of past years was popular in the 19th century; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22407920
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Jilted Lover Meeting Place Waiting Wilting
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The Trysting Place, 1878
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is a captivating oil painting by Charles Sillem Lidderdale that transports us to a romantic rendezvous in the past. In this enchanting scene, we see a young girl standing amidst the serene beauty of a forest, waiting eagerly at a lovers' meeting place. Clutching a single rose, symbolizing love and passion, her melancholic expression hints at the heartache of unrequited affection. Lidderdale skillfully captures the essence of longing and nostalgia by dressing his subject in an exquisite Victorian ensemble reminiscent of styles from centuries before. This choice reflects the popular fascination with idealized views of historical eras during the 19th century. The lush greenery surrounding her adds to the sense of seclusion and secrecy that often accompanies clandestine meetings. The woods become witness to whispered promises and hidden desires as time seems suspended in anticipation. As we gaze upon this evocative artwork, we are reminded of lost chances and shattered dreams. The wilting flower she holds suggests that her wait has been in vain – perhaps she has been jilted or left behind. "The Trysting Place" invites us into its world where emotions run deep and time stands still. It serves as both a poignant reminder of unfulfilled love stories from long ago and an enduring testament to Lidderdale's talent for capturing complex human emotions on canvas.
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