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Winterhalter - La Siesta K080017
Filename: K080017.jpg
Size: 4342 x 5782 (23.0MB)
Date: 13th March 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
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Winterhalter - La Siesta K080017
OSBORNE HOUSE, Isle of Wight. " La Siesta", 1841, by Franz Xaver WINTERHALTER (1805-73). Painting purchased by English Heritage in 2008 with help from The Art Fund and the Island Friends of Royal Osborne. Queen Victoria originally bought the painting in 1841 for her dressing room and wrote in her journal " To-day I got from Paris a beautiful picture by Winterhalter which I had ordered. It is quite small, representing a " Siesta", three lovely Italian girls, with one of them asleep."
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This print showcases the exquisite painting "La Siesta" by Franz Xaver Winterhalter, housed in Osborne House on the enchanting Isle of Wight. Acquired by English Heritage in 2008 with generous support from The Art Fund and the Island Friends of Royal Osborne, this masterpiece holds a significant place in history. Originally purchased by Queen Victoria herself in 1841 for her personal dressing room, she expressed her delight in her journal entry: "To-day I got from Paris a beautiful picture by Winterhalter which I had ordered. It is quite small, representing a 'Siesta', three lovely Italian girls, with one of them asleep". Winterhalter's attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of tranquility are evident in this remarkable artwork. The scene depicts three graceful Italian girls indulging in an afternoon nap during their siesta. Their serene expressions and delicate features transport viewers into a world of serenity and relaxation. The print allows us to appreciate not only the artistic brilliance but also the historical significance behind this treasured piece. Through its acquisition by English Heritage, it has become accessible for all to admire and cherish. Immerse yourself in Victorian elegance as you gaze upon this extraordinary depiction of leisurely repose that continues to captivate audiences today.
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