A Charm Which I Never Felt Before

Dimensions (cm):
91 cm wide x 91 cm tall (unframed)
Dimensions (in):
36 inches wide x 36 inches tall (unframed)
Surface:
Canvas - 12oz Cotton Duck on sustainable hardwood stretcher bars, crafted from certified hardwood plantations.
Frame:
Chocolate timber - alternatives available on request
Medium:
Acrylic - ASTM 1 & 2
Finish:
Krylon Matt Finish
Signed:
Signed front and back with Certificate of Authenticity

A letter from Elizabeth Barrett to Robert Browning, 10 January 1845

Elizabeth Barrett was already a celebrated poet when Robert Browning first wrote to her. What followed was an extraordinary courtship carried out almost entirely through letters. For over a year, they exchanged hundreds of them - full of poetry, philosophy, longing, and the kind of vulnerability that only exists when two minds meet as equals.

This was the first letter Elizabeth ever sent Robert. It came in response to his bold declaration of admiration and love, written after reading her published work. In her reply, she is cautious but moved, grateful and self-protective, unable to conceal her interest. It is the start of one of literature’s most famous letter-based love stories, culminating in their eventual marriage and secret escape to Italy.

 

I thank you, dear Mr Browning, from the bottom of my heart. 

You meant to give me pleasure by your letter—and even if the object had not been answered, I ought still to thank you: but it is thoroughly answered.

Such a letter from such a hand!

You draw me on with a charm which I never felt before, yet you do not unkindly—you do not come near enough to be unkind. If you had blamed me instead of praising me, I should have known you were right. For I am not, in any sense, what you fancy me—only your letter does me too much good not to be answered.

Believe me, dear Mr Browning,

Yours very truly,

Elizabeth B. Barrett

 

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What are the specifications for A Charm Which I Never Felt Before?

A Charm Which I Never Felt Before measures 91cm wide by 91cm tall, unframed, part of the Parch collection. The piece is painted in acrylic on 12oz cotton duck canvas, stretched over sustainable hardwood bars from certified plantations. A Charm Which I Never Felt Before is presented in a chocolate timber frame and carries a matt archival finish to protect its surface from fading. It is signed on the front and back and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Keep it away from direct sunlight and high humidity to preserve its warm neutral, soft stone and parchment tones over time.

A Charm Which I Never Felt Before comes with free shipping anywhere in Australia. For international orders, please contact Lee J Morgan Art to arrange delivery and costs. A Charm Which I Never Felt Before is framed to order once purchased, with a two week turnaround before it leaves the studio, so it will not be dispatched immediately. Add this framing period to the usual courier delivery time when working out an arrival date. If you need A Charm Which I Never Felt Before by a specific date, let us know and we will try to accommodate your timeline.

Yes, A Charm Which I Never Felt Before can be viewed in person by appointment at the studio in northwestern Sydney. A visit lets you see the warm neutral, soft stone and parchment tones in natural light and get a true sense of scale before committing. Contact Lee J Morgan Art to arrange a time that works for you. We are happy to bring out companion pieces from the same collection so you can compare colours and finishes together.

At 91cm wide by 91cm tall, A Charm Which I Never Felt Before works well as a feature piece on a mid-sized wall, ideally one at least 1.1 metres across to give the composition room to breathe. Its format suits placement above a sofa, console or bed, where its warm neutral, soft stone and parchment tones can anchor the space. Warm ambient lighting brings out the depth within the surface. A Charm Which I Never Felt Before suits contemporary, transitional or Japandi interiors with a considered colour scheme.

A Charm Which I Never Felt Before's warm neutral, soft stone and parchment tones sit well with warm timbers such as walnut or American oak, paired with brushed brass or aged bronze hardware for a considered lift. A boucle cushion in a complementary tone echoes the palette, while a warm limestone or terracotta floor keeps the space feeling grounded. Linen curtains in a soft neutral shade allow the tones to read clearly in natural light. A Charm Which I Never Felt Before also pairs well with blackbutt furniture or a timber side table.