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The Orange Sellers (oil on canvas)
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The Orange Sellers (oil on canvas)
1781592 The Orange Sellers (oil on canvas) by Wighton, J. (fl.1870-90); 67x50 cm; Royal Hospital Chelsea, London, UK; (add.info.: A woman in brown dress and grey shawl and a child in astraw bonnet at left are selling fruit from a basket on the floor at centre to a Chelsea Pensioner in scarlet coat and tricorne hat with medal and stick stood at right looking left. Signed lower right.); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22266892
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Buying Chelsea Pensioner Orange Oranges Pensioner Seller Sellers Selling Shawl Tricorne Uniformed Daily Life Scene
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The Orange Sellers
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is a captivating oil painting that beautifully captures a slice of daily life in 19th century London. The scene depicts a woman dressed in a brown dress and grey shawl, accompanied by a young girl wearing a straw bonnet, selling oranges from a basket on the floor. Their attention is focused on an elderly Chelsea Pensioner, distinguished by his scarlet coat, tricorne hat adorned with medals, and walking stick. The artist, J. Wighton, skillfully portrays the interaction between these characters as they engage in this simple transaction. The seller's hopeful expression suggests her reliance on these sales for livelihood while the pensioner's interest hints at nostalgia or perhaps just an appreciation for fresh fruit. Set against the backdrop of bustling street life, this painting offers glimpses into Victorian society and its class dynamics. It also highlights themes of commerce and human connection amidst urban landscapes. With its vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail, "The Orange Sellers" transports viewers back in time to experience this charming moment frozen in paint. This artwork serves as both an exquisite example of British artistry from the late 19th century and as a window into everyday life during that era.
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