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Inspired by the media coverage leading to the year of Royal marriage. My imaginative painting of Wallis Simpson personifies the concept of 'Expectation' (of becoming Queen) and 'Loss' (by Abdication and exile) Despite being treated so badly by the Royal institution She became the most famous woman of the 20th century and global fashion icon. I wish viewers to recognise her legacy 
Is not yet fully appreciated. The colours conjure the humanity and warmth of her expression. The US flag icon represents the citizenship of this great lady
Inspired by the media coverage leading to the year of Royal marriage. My imaginative painting of Wallis Simpson personifies the concept of 'Expectation' (of becoming Queen) and 'Loss' (by Abdication and exile) Despite being treated so badly by the Royal institution She became the most famous woman of the 20th century and global fashion icon. I wish viewers to recognise her legacy 
Is not yet fully appreciated. The colours conjure the humanity and warmth of her expression. The US flag icon represents the citizenship of this great lady
Inspired by the media coverage leading to the year of Royal marriage. My imaginative painting of Wallis Simpson personifies the concept of 'Expectation' (of becoming Queen) and 'Loss' (by Abdication and exile) Despite being treated so badly by the Royal institution She became the most famous woman of the 20th century and global fashion icon. I wish viewers to recognise her legacy 
Is not yet fully appreciated. The colours conjure the humanity and warmth of her expression. The US flag icon represents the citizenship of this great lady
Inspired by the media coverage leading to the year of Royal marriage. My imaginative painting of Wallis Simpson personifies the concept of 'Expectation' (of becoming Queen) and 'Loss' (by Abdication and exile) Despite being treated so badly by the Royal institution She became the most famous woman of the 20th century and global fashion icon. I wish viewers to recognise her legacy 
Is not yet fully appreciated. The colours conjure the humanity and warmth of her expression. The US flag icon represents the citizenship of this great lady
Inspired by the media coverage leading to the year of Royal marriage. My imaginative painting of Wallis Simpson personifies the concept of 'Expectation' (of becoming Queen) and 'Loss' (by Abdication and exile) Despite being treated so badly by the Royal institution She became the most famous woman of the 20th century and global fashion icon. I wish viewers to recognise her legacy 
Is not yet fully appreciated. The colours conjure the humanity and warmth of her expression. The US flag icon represents the citizenship of this great lady

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The Exiled Queen of England Painting

Aidan Burke

Ireland

Painting, Oil on Wood

Size: 18 W x 22 H x 1 D in

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Inspired by the media coverage leading to the year of Royal marriage. My imaginative painting of Wallis Simpson personifies the concept of 'Expectation' (of becoming Queen) and 'Loss' (by Abdication and exile) Despite being treated so badly by the Royal institution She became the most famous woman of the 20th century and global fashion icon. I wish viewers to recognise her legacy Is not yet fully appreciated. The colours conjure the humanity and warmth of her expression. The US flag icon represents the citizenship of this great lady

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18 W x 22 H x 1 D in

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Born 1952 Youghal County Cork Ireland. Lifelong interest in Art. Concept of creating paintings from memories of past writers poets pop stars motivates my work allowing me to use my own technique / vision in producing my gallery of aesthetic cultural imagery. My aim is to enhance the quality of life of those fortunate enough to view. Now retired from the military devoting my time to painting in oils from home studio. My journey continues...

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