The Widow's Mite
1890
132.0 x 171.0 cm
The painting The Widow's Mite by William Teulon Blandford Fletcher is a beautiful oil on canvas piece created in 1890. Measuring 132 x 171 cm, this artwork is a testament to the artist's skill and attention to detail. The scene depicts a woman standing next to a child in front of a church, surrounded by other people engaged in various activities.
Composition and Symbolism
The composition of The Widow's Mite is characterized by a sense of serenity and tranquility. The woman, dressed in a long dress, appears to be praying or reading from a book, while the child looks on with curiosity. The presence of an organ near the left edge of the image adds to the overall atmosphere of reverence and spirituality. The cup placed on a bench in the background may symbolize the widow's mite, a reference to the biblical story of a poor widow who donated her last two coins to the temple. Key Features of the painting include:- The use of warm colors to create a sense of comfort and intimacy
- The attention to detail in the depiction of the church and its surroundings
- The emotional expression on the faces of the characters, particularly the woman and child
william teulon blandford fletcher (1858 – 1936)
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About this artwork
- Title: The Widow's Mite
- Artist: william teulon blandford fletcher
- Year: 1890
- Original dimensions: 132.0 x 171.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Color hue: Yellow-Green Range
- Color intensity: Balanced