WASHINGTON, DC — Tucked into a far corner of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, an exhibit showcases the extensive career of artist Romaine Brooks, a turn-of-the-20th-century icon who’s since bee…
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Love this portrait….off and running…enjoy a beautiful day..Janet:)xx
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Isn’t it wonderful? I’m in love with her work. Have a splendid weekend, dear Janet! xx
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I can see why….hope you are enjoying a good weekend….Today is a day for catching up and hanging loose:)xx
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What an arresting portrait. Stunning.
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I thought so, I must say. Thanks, Tish.
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How fantastic that being a lesbian doesn’t affect the ability to paint. It’s an excellent work.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx
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I trust you’re being ironic, David! Big hugs xx
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Thanks for sharing another great painter. Happy weekend, Sarah!
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I’m so happy you agree, Olga. I’m certainly smitten.
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How wonderful. I’ve never minded, or thought much about where you are coming from in terms of race, culture, sexual orientation or any other classification people cleverer than me can think of, but I care deeply about people being honest about what they see, as well as charitable and wise in the way they express it, and this portrait seems to encapsulate these values 🙂
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Nor I. If I’d written the post, I’d probably have chosen a different title. The important thing here is that her work is exquisite and yet how many of us have heard of her?
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There is a line of poetry from Thomas Gray which I’ve always treasured, and sometimes quoted which goes, “What mute inglorious Milton lies buried here” and it so so true that the most famous names in the creative world may not necessarily be the very finest born on this planet, but its a rough and tumble world with a rough and tumble pecking order. I’m so glad this lady is getting some of the notice she clearly deserves 🙂
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I’m loving these latest artists you’re featuring … moar please! 😀
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Certainly!
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I hadn’t heard of her, but I love that portrait of Lady Troubridge with her dog!
Best wishes, Pete!
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It’s a treat, isn’t it!
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Fantastic self portrait. 🙂
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I’m glad you agree, Marje.
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Sarah,lovely piece, as always thank you…
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Pleasure!
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Reblogged this on ckbooksblog and commented:
I like this painting so I thought it would make a good Photo Phriday post. I’ve never heard of Romaine Brooks.
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Reblogged this on A Lesbian's View and commented:
Absolutely Fantastic
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