Household Management

In this narrative oil painting, ‘Household Management” a cheeky Magpie and Fairy Wren take on the role of a whimsical management team, adding a playful touch to the scene. Surrounded by vintage elements, including a large vase of gumblossoms and a plate of cherries and strawberries, the birds appear to oversee the domestic setting inspired by Mrs Beeton’s Household Management cookbook. This piece blends nature’s charm with a nod to historical homemaking, with the vase, plate and books all from my grandmother’s collection and celebrating the delightful interaction of wildlife with vintage elegance.