Nineteenth century painter Eugen von Blaas showed interest in everyday life scenes, and I love the tenderness of this moment between friends. What lies on the other side of the wall? The woman on the ladder lifts her hand—almost as if to say, “Wait. Let me look first. Let me tell you what I see.” […]
Tag Archives: Envy
June
09
Truth, Dressed in Light
posted by laurieetta
The first time I saw this painting, I was captivated. Even before I knew its title or history, I could tell it carried deep meaning. The painting is Ignorance, Envy and Jealousy, created by James Ward in 1829, and it’s as unsettling as it is captivating. Three monstrous figures twist together in a corner, their […]
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