The Love Letter
1884
In this charming 1884 scene by Franz von Defregger, two young women are absolutely glowing over a piece of paper—clearly a love letter! The girl on the left, sporting a massive bunch of keys at her waist (a traditional sign of household authority in Alpine culture), beams with delight while her friend leans in close to share the secret. Defregger, a peasant's son himself, was a master of genre painting, capturing everyday life in the Tyrolean Alps with incredible warmth. You can almost feel the gossip and excitement in the room, especially with that slice of cake waiting on the table, perhaps a sweet treat for the happy occasion.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas
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