CSP: A Collection of Poems
Viewing comments for Chapter 80 "The Arnolfini Portrait"A collection of poetry
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Comment from PoetinTraining
a rarest of paintings -- a great gem of a write. paintings of this era showing a couple and all of its symbolic surroundings. rare painting of woman appearing pregnant - greatest treasure of a find. pit
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a rarest of paintings -- a great gem of a write. paintings of this era showing a couple and all of its symbolic surroundings. rare painting of woman appearing pregnant - greatest treasure of a find. pit
Comment Written 31-Jan-2009
Comment from nora arjuna
Hey I believe I saw this painting when I visited the gallery in London some years ago. you described it so well making it an enjoyable read. congrats on your deserving win.
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Hey I believe I saw this painting when I visited the gallery in London some years ago. you described it so well making it an enjoyable read. congrats on your deserving win.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2009
Comment from whizpurr ^-^
Hello kiddo,
You've done an excellent job of writing about this lovely, detailed painting. Your poem really helped me to understand the painting. Your note about the convex mirror was very interesting. Beautiful job and a very enjoyable read.
Whizpurr ^-^
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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Hello kiddo,
You've done an excellent job of writing about this lovely, detailed painting. Your poem really helped me to understand the painting. Your note about the convex mirror was very interesting. Beautiful job and a very enjoyable read.
Whizpurr ^-^
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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Whizpurr, so glad my work could impart some good info on this painting I do love. So glad you enjoyed the read. Thanks very much for your great review and compliments! Sue
Comment from Adri7enne
You had me thinking with this one. The bride does looks like she's pregnant. I even checked it out on Googles. Says nothing about her being pregnant. Considered one of the most complex portrait of its time. You did a very good job pointing out the details that make this painting so special. I kept going back to the portrait to check on the items you mentionned. I love the phrase "in a most fine way"
This was great. Not only did I get to read a fine poem, but I had an art lesson at the same time. Many thanks.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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You had me thinking with this one. The bride does looks like she's pregnant. I even checked it out on Googles. Says nothing about her being pregnant. Considered one of the most complex portrait of its time. You did a very good job pointing out the details that make this painting so special. I kept going back to the portrait to check on the items you mentionned. I love the phrase "in a most fine way"
This was great. Not only did I get to read a fine poem, but I had an art lesson at the same time. Many thanks.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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**yay** - ha! I love art and am so happy that my work did enough to get you on google! Awesome! I'm from the crowd who does not believe she is pregnant. Her gown is so full, draped all over the floor. I believe the artist had her hold up the front for the draping effect. And in the 1400's and upstanding man commissioning a painting of a "knocked up bride"?? I don't think so! LOL!! Thanks for saying which line you liked. And for your most generous review and comments. With warmest regards, Sue
Comment from TerryRodgers
I'm giving you five stars for your work. Excellent poem. It was enjoyable and understandable. The poem flowed well and the rhymes were correct. Great job. I just copied and pasted from the last poem I read from you. You are an excellent writer.
What the heck I'm changing it to six stars. Good job.
Good luck in your writing.
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I'm giving you five stars for your work. Excellent poem. It was enjoyable and understandable. The poem flowed well and the rhymes were correct. Great job. I just copied and pasted from the last poem I read from you. You are an excellent writer.
What the heck I'm changing it to six stars. Good job.
Good luck in your writing.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
Comment from bard owl
THis is one of my very favorite paintings too. Van Eyck was so far ahead his time with a vividness and detail that surpasses so many masters. He would be honored to read this tribute to his work. Your poem is perfectly executed with well chosen words of praise. Blessings to you and best of luck in the contest, Linda
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THis is one of my very favorite paintings too. Van Eyck was so far ahead his time with a vividness and detail that surpasses so many masters. He would be honored to read this tribute to his work. Your poem is perfectly executed with well chosen words of praise. Blessings to you and best of luck in the contest, Linda
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
Comment from penelope
Well, she certainly looks very pregnant to me, Sixteezkid. Even the way she's patting her tummy seems indicative of her state. Look, she's even taken off her sandals because her feet are swollen, lol. In fact she looks as if she's in the later phases of pregnancy. You've chosen a beautiful painting and described it so poetically, especially mentioning all the symbols provided by the artist.
They stand there in the bedroom chamber, both in cloth so fine
He's donned in sable tabard; and her dress lined with ermine
Good luck in the contest. This was very educational. Penelope
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Well, she certainly looks very pregnant to me, Sixteezkid. Even the way she's patting her tummy seems indicative of her state. Look, she's even taken off her sandals because her feet are swollen, lol. In fact she looks as if she's in the later phases of pregnancy. You've chosen a beautiful painting and described it so poetically, especially mentioning all the symbols provided by the artist.
They stand there in the bedroom chamber, both in cloth so fine
He's donned in sable tabard; and her dress lined with ermine
Good luck in the contest. This was very educational. Penelope
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
Comment from Perp Ihebom
This is a wonderful poem. You have shown so much talent in writing so much about an ancient portrait. I like your rhymes. They are mostly very natural. kudos.
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This is a wonderful poem. You have shown so much talent in writing so much about an ancient portrait. I like your rhymes. They are mostly very natural. kudos.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
Comment from Nicnac
Well, I am one who thinks she is not pregnant. LOL
Her boobs would be bigger, dontcha think? haha
Okay, enough with the silliness ...
This is a well written poem. Nice descriptive wording. Wonderful rhythm and obvious knowledge of the history of this painting.
Even without the artwork, your poem paints the picture very nicely.
I have no suggestions for you. This is fabulous just how it is.
~Nic
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Well, I am one who thinks she is not pregnant. LOL
Her boobs would be bigger, dontcha think? haha
Okay, enough with the silliness ...
This is a well written poem. Nice descriptive wording. Wonderful rhythm and obvious knowledge of the history of this painting.
Even without the artwork, your poem paints the picture very nicely.
I have no suggestions for you. This is fabulous just how it is.
~Nic
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
Comment from ulster3
Hi sixteez.
Very well done, and a great picture choice. I think I actually saw this painting. Your poem tells a fine descriptive story. I enjoyed this read, and want to wish you well in the contest. These contests do give us wonderful ideas, don't they. Fondly, Rebecca
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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Hi sixteez.
Very well done, and a great picture choice. I think I actually saw this painting. Your poem tells a fine descriptive story. I enjoyed this read, and want to wish you well in the contest. These contests do give us wonderful ideas, don't they. Fondly, Rebecca
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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Rebecca, thank you very much for your review and lovely compliments. I am a contest freak! HA! Because when I first came on board here back in November, it was because of the contests, I learned to write in many forms. And continue to learn with every new one. Thanks very much for your lovely review. So glad you enjoyed the painting. With regards, Sue