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Mary Riter Hamilton
Canadian, 1867-1954

Mary Riter Hamilton Canadian, 1867-1954

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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: Mary Riter Hamilton In the Garden, France Mary Riter Hamilton In the Garden, France
Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: Mary Riter Hamilton In the Garden, France Mary Riter Hamilton In the Garden, France
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Mary Riter Hamilton Canadian, 1867-1954

In the Garden, France
oil on canvas
18 x 15 in
signed bottom right

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In the Garden, France by Mary Riter Hamilton transports the viewer to a tranquil oasis of nature. The painting depicts a lush garden scene, likely situated in France, given the...
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In the Garden, France by Mary Riter Hamilton transports the viewer to a tranquil oasis of nature. The painting depicts a lush garden scene, likely situated in France, given the title. The artist's brushwork is delicate and fluid, capturing the intricate details of the foliage and flowers with precision and grace.


The garden is a riot of colour, with vibrant blooms in shades of pink, purple, and yellow, interspersed with verdant greenery. Tall, slender trees frame the composition, their branches reaching skyward and providing dappled shade over the scene. The play of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and movement, evoking a warm, sunny day. In the foreground, a stone path winds its way through the garden, inviting the viewer to take a leisurely stroll and immerse themselves in the beauty of the surroundings. The path leads the eye deeper into the composition, towards a charming stone fountain nestled among the foliage, adding a sense of tranquility and serenity to the scene.


Hamilton's In the Garden, France is a celebration of the restorative power of nature, inviting the viewer to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and find solace in the simple pleasures of the natural world. It is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the essence of a place and conveying its beauty through the medium of oil.

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Provenance

- Ronald T. Riter Collection
- The Estate of Mary Riter Hamilton, Vancouver
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