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Frederick Leighton House & Artist Alma-Tadema

6/9/2018

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In the Holland Park section of London, artist Frederick Leighton (1830-96) built his house and studio.  Reflecting his interest in Oriental Art, Leighton had architect George Aitchison include an "Islamic" court.
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On this visit the museum and studio, which usually exhibits works by Leighton himself, were set up to display works of fellow Victorian artist Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema (1836-1912).  Both men were admired in their day for their classical/ romantic styles, mythological and historical subjects, works which fell out of favor later when the world discovered the Impressionists.
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Above, The Finding of Moses, 1904.  In recent years, there has been renewed interest in the academic painters of the Victorian era and recognition of their talents and creativity.
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Above, Coign of Vantage, 1895. The exhibition, entitled At Home in Antiquity, was organized in A-T's native Netherlands.
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Above, The Roses of Heliogabalus​, 1888. This is a deceptively beautiful scene, with pink rose petals scattered over the foreground.  Only when you know the story behind it, however,  do  you learn that the Emperor gathered these people and poured rose petals on them until they were smothered while he watched from above.   
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To conclude on a happier note, In My Studio, 1893, depicts a homey scene with the petals still attached to the blooms.
      After I left Leighton House Museum, I hopped a train to Manchester where I re-joined Kristine and Sandra for further adventures...watch for Bramall Hall next.


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