The Lover's Delay 1911

print, wood-engraving

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"The Lover's Delay" is a 1911 engraving by Timothy Cole (1852-1931), renowned for his meticulous wood engravings. This artwork, housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases Cole's mastery of detail and his ability to render delicate textures and light. The composition features a woman seated in a garden setting, her pensive expression hinting at the title's theme. The intricate details of her dress and the surrounding foliage, along with the subtle play of light and shadow, are hallmarks of Cole's engraving style.