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Premium Framed Print : The Wash-House, 1905, (1906). Artist: William Newenham Montague Orpen
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The Wash-House, 1905, (1906). Artist: William Newenham Montague Orpen
The Wash-House, 1905. After an original work by William Orpen (1878-1931). From The Studio Volume 37 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1906]
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Media ID 14960508
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Apron Basement Maid Orpen Servant Sir William Newenham Montague Orpen Sir William Orpen Stairs Studio Volume 89 Washerwoman William Newenham Montague William Newenham Montague Orpen William Orpen Wash House
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "The Wash-House, 1905" takes us back to the early 20th century, capturing a moment in time with incredible detail. The artist behind this masterpiece is none other than William Newenham Montague Orpen, renowned for his ability to bring life and emotion into his work. In this particular scene, we find ourselves inside an intimate wash-house bustling with activity. A solitary female figure stands at the center of the frame, fully absorbed in her daily occupation as a washerwoman. Dressed in a simple yet vibrant colored dress and donning an apron, she exudes dedication and professionalism. As our gaze wanders through the image, we notice every meticulous element that adds depth to this composition. From the worn-out stairs leading further into the basement where she works tirelessly to the dimly lit surroundings that create an atmosphere of solitude and concentration. Orpen's attention to detail allows us to immerse ourselves completely in this woman's world. Her focused expression suggests determination while looking away from us; it seems as though she is lost deep within her thoughts or perhaps contemplating her next move. "The Wash-House" serves as a poignant reminder of occupations long gone by but not forgotten. It encapsulates both the hardships faced by working-class women during that era and their unwavering commitment towards their craft. This remarkable portrait captured by Sir William Newenham Montague Orpen continues to be cherished today for its historical significance and artistic brilliance.
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