"Barrington bore it all with exemplary patience" 1878 - 1879

"Barrington bore it all with exemplary patience" is an ink drawing by George Du Maurier, created between 1878 and 1879. The drawing depicts three figures, a man and two women, seated in an interior setting. The woman on the right holds a book, the man a hat, and the woman on the left, a fan. The image captures a snapshot of social interaction during a moment of quiet contemplation, reflecting Du Maurier's interest in capturing Victorian social dynamics and nuanced expressions. The composition is intimate, with the figures arranged in a conversational grouping, emphasizing the delicate nuances of social communication.