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The Window

William Ratcliffe, 1913

The painting shows plants on a sunny window sill, in a palette of soft pinks, mauves, blues and greens. It is a very decorative work, reflecting Ratcliffe's earlier career as a wallpaper designer. The work was painted in Letchworth and speaks of the ideals of the fledgling Garden City: pure air, wild flowers and sunshine.

More information

Title of artwork, date

The Window, 1913

Date supported

2004

Medium and material

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

50.8 x 40.7 cm

Grant

3747

Total cost

12000

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