Gather ye rosebuds while ye may, old Time is still a-flying by Eleanor Fortescue-Brickdale

Gather ye rosebuds while ye may, old Time is still a-flying 1920

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abstract painting

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fantasy art

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fictional-character

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possibly oil pastel

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fluid art

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acrylic on canvas

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underpainting

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paint stroke

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mythology

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painting painterly

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mixed media

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watercolor

"Gather ye rosebuds while ye may, old Time is still a-flying" (1920) by Eleanor Fortescue-Brickdale depicts a winged figure, Death, carrying a child. The child is adorned with roses, a symbol of youth and beauty, while Death carries a scythe, emphasizing the fleeting nature of life. The image is a poignant reminder of mortality and the need to cherish every moment. This was a popular theme for the artist and is a good example of her Pre-Raphaelite style.

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