She used to creep away to the chimney-corner and seat herself among the cinders (1910)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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This poignant illustration by the renowned artist Edmund Dulac captures a serene yet somber moment in its depiction. The scene, set within a rustic kitchen, focuses on a young woman seated on the bare floor at the chimney corner. Her posture and expression evoke a sense of introspective solitude, emanating a quiet resilience amidst hardship.The kitchen is detailed with household items typical of the era, including pots, pans, and crockery, which add layers of authenticity to the setting. The rustic textures of the wood beams and the stonework of the walls are rendered with meticulous attention to detail, highlighting Dulac's skill in creating atmospheric depth.The use of warm, earthy tones complements the mood of the piece, and the careful placement of shadows and light accentuates the emotional gravitas of the young woman's solitude. The framed caption beneath the image, stating, "She used to creep away to the chimney-corner and seat herself among the cinders," invites viewers to ponder the story behind her contemplative gaze, making this artwork a compelling narrative piece as well as a visual delight.
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Edmund Dulac (born Edmond Dulac; 22 October 1882 – 25 May 1953) was a French-British naturalised magazine illustrator, book illustrator and stamp designer. Born in Toulouse he studied law but later turned to the study of art at the École des Beaux-Arts. He moved to London early in the 20th century and in 1905 received his first commission to illustrate the novels of the Brontë Sisters. During World War I, Dulac produced relief books and when after the war the deluxe children's book market shrank he turned to magazine illustrations among other ventures. He designed banknotes during World War II and postage stamps, most notably those that heralded the beginning of Queen Elizabeth II's reign.