Thank you, Sarah, for more threads to follow. I've long admired May Morris's work, but Nelly was new to me. Her drawings are clearly competent (and kept her head above water) but in my view, her paintings are on a different level – skilfully executed, and emotionally engaging.
They are indeed. It's hard to do justice to 'Going Home' in a photograph; it's so big, probably 8ft by 4, a considerable financial investment for Nelly to have made, and absolutely beautiful. Our proudest possession!
Two terrific women. I know about May Morris's work but Had never heard of Nelly. A new search starts!
if you would like a copy of the book, just message me...happy to send, I've more than a few going spare
Absolutely wonderful. Thank you, Sarah!
May Morris accomplished with needle and thread what others painted with oils. Magnificent essay.
That's so kind, thank you
Thank you, Sarah, for more threads to follow. I've long admired May Morris's work, but Nelly was new to me. Her drawings are clearly competent (and kept her head above water) but in my view, her paintings are on a different level – skilfully executed, and emotionally engaging.
They are indeed. It's hard to do justice to 'Going Home' in a photograph; it's so big, probably 8ft by 4, a considerable financial investment for Nelly to have made, and absolutely beautiful. Our proudest possession!