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OT/out-of-period: Does anyone recognize the painting on this book cover?

Started by gem, August 18, 2011, 03:29:19 PM

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gem

August 18, 2011, 03:29:19 PM
This popped up on my Amazon page today; I'm not at all interested in the book (which apparently is dreadful), but I'd love to see the full version of the painting on the cover. Can anyone identify it or its artist?

Gramercy!!

Captain Jack Wolfe

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August 18, 2011, 03:44:58 PM
Summer (or Ode to Summer) by John Atkinson Grimshaw

http://www.johnatkinsongrimshaw.org/Summer-large.html

"I'm not sure about people anymore. They're responsible for some pretty nutty stuff. Individuals I'm crazy about, though." ~ Opus

gem

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August 18, 2011, 04:10:17 PM
Fantastic! Thank you!

Captain Jack Wolfe

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August 18, 2011, 04:25:19 PM
My pleasure!
"I'm not sure about people anymore. They're responsible for some pretty nutty stuff. Individuals I'm crazy about, though." ~ Opus

LAVAGODDESSSS

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August 20, 2011, 09:55:04 PM
Reminded me a bit of this:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/79210162/cotton-candy-victorian-2-piece-corset

I LOVE that pink and creme striped fabric!
Beauty is found in those who take the time to build you up.
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