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Victorian Art in Britain |
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Autumn by Anthony Frederick Sandys |
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| This small picture has a number of themes, including the Victorian fondness for the contrast of childhood and age. The retired soldier contemplates the autumn of his life watched, perhaps, by his daughter and grandchild. The background is, as usual with Sandys, wonderfully done, and reminds me somewhat of Millais 'Sir Isumbras at The Ford,' with it's clear sky, and reflections on the water. |
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Location : Birmingham City Art Gallery |
