The bashful swain
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The bashful swain
A boy with flowers is too shy to make advances to a pretty girl. Artist: Ethel Parkinson Date: 1911
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Advances Bashful Ethel Parkinson Swain
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Bashful Swain" is a charming and delightful artwork by the talented British artist Ethel Parkinson, created in the year 1911. This beautiful illustration captures the essence of young love and the tender emotions that come with it. The scene portrayed in the painting is that of a young boy, his face flushed with shyness and affection, holding a bouquet of flowers in front of a pretty girl. The girl, with her rosy cheeks and twinkling eyes, is engrossed in her reading, oblivious to the boy's presence and the feelings he harbors for her. The boy, with a hopeful and anxious expression, seems to be gathering all his courage to make his advances. The use of soft colors and delicate brushstrokes adds to the dreamlike quality of the painting. The girl's flowing dress and the boy's simple attire transport us back in time to a simpler era. The natural setting, with its lush greenery and blooming flowers, further enhances the romantic atmosphere. Ethel Parkinson's "The Bashful Swain" is a beautiful representation of the timeless theme of unrequited love and the courage it takes to express one's feelings. The artwork invites us to reflect on the universal experiences of love and longing and to appreciate the beauty and complexity of human emotions. Ethel Parkinson was a prolific and accomplished artist, known for her illustrations and paintings of children, animals, and romantic scenes. Her works were published in various magazines and books, and she gained a reputation for her ability to capture the essence of her subjects with warmth and sensitivity. "The Bashful Swain" is a testament to her artistic talent and her ability to evoke emotions through her art.
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