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Huish, Marcus B. (Marcus Bourne)
1845
1921
Huish, Marcus Bourne
Allingham, Helen Paterson
1848
1926
Paterson, Helen
Happy England
Our title -- Paintresses, past and present -- The artist's early work -- The artist's Surrey home -- The influence of Witley -- The woods, the lanes, and the fields -- Cottages and homesteads -- Gardens and orchards -- Tennyson's homes -- Mrs Allingham and her contemporaries.
MFR, Adrian Mastronardi, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
"Happy England" by Marcus B. Huish is a biographical-artistic account written in the late 19th century. This work centers around the life and artistic journey of Helen Allingham, a notable figure in the field of watercolour painting, particularly known for her depictions of English landscapes and rural life. The book not only highlights her achievements but also provides insight into the socio-artistic context of women's contributions to art during this period. The opening of the book introduces the theme of the title, emphasizing the joyful and idyllic representation of English life and landscape as seen through Allingham's art. It explains the challenge in selecting a fitting title that encapsulates the essence of the artist's work, which showcases the serene and bucolic beauty of England while avoiding the harsher realities of life. The text also hints at the artist’s deep connection to her surroundings, portraying happy and vibrant scenes of rural existence. Through the introduction, readers begin to understand the overall tone of reverence and admiration for Allingham’s unique ability to capture the contentment of childhood and the charm of English country life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
en
Watercolor painting, British
England -- Pictorial works
ND
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Category: Biographies
Category: British Literature
Category: Art
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