After the Dance (1883)

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"After the Dance" (1883) by Sir John Lavery is a poignant depiction of a moment of quiet reflection after a seemingly vibrant social event. This evocative painting captures a young woman in a delicate, flowing white dress adorned with a sash and a vibrant flower pinned at her bosom. She sits slumped against a chair, her posture conveying a sense of exhaustion or perhaps contemplation as she gazes downward, her hand pensively touching her face.The details in the surrounding environment enhance the narrative. A richly patterned wallpaper and an ornate mirror on the wall reflect a glimpse of a painting—possibly indicating the cultural or social setting of the dance. Meanwhile, the subtle use of shadow and light delicately plays across the folds of her dress and the surface around her, contributing to the intimate and contemplative mood of the scene.Sir John Lavery, known for his skill in portraiture and his involvement in the Glasgow School, here masterfully combines realism and a palpable sense of atmosphere, making "After the Dance" not just a visual delight but also a striking exploration of quiet moments that follow the lively gatherings.

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Sir John Lavery was an Irish painter best known for his portraits and wartime depictions.

John Lavery was born in inner North Belfast, baptised at St Patrick's Church, Belfast and, while still a child, moved to Scotland where he attended Haldane Academy in Glasgow in the 1870s and the Académie Julian in Paris in the early 1880s. He returned to Glasgow and was associated with the Glasgow School. William Burrell, a wealthy ship owner, was a faithful patron of Scottish artists including Joseph Crawhall II, with whom Lavery studied. In 1888 he was commissioned to paint the state visit of Queen Victoria to the Glasgow International Exhibition. This launched his career as a society painter and he moved to London soon after. In 1896, William Burrell commissioned Lavery to paint a portrait of his sister Mary Burrell.