Antique Framed Print : DEGAS, Edgar (1834-1917). The New Orleans Cotton
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DEGAS, Edgar (1834-1917). The New Orleans Cotton
DEGAS, Edgar (1834-1917). The New Orleans Cotton Exchange. 1873. Detail. Impressionism. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. AQUITAINE. PYRɎ Ʌ S-ATLANTIQUES. Pau. Pau Fine Arts Museum
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Media ID 14184111
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1834 1873 Aquitaine Arts Atlantiques Commerce Commerces Commercial Cotton Degas Edgar Exchange Impressionism Impressionist Impressionists Oils Orleans Paintings Pictures Pyr X9ba9 Es Sociedad Trades Upright Artists Masculine Persons
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 24.4cm (7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Edgar Degas' captivating painting, "The New Orleans Cotton Exchange" (1873), showcases the artist's exceptional skill in capturing the energy and dynamism of human interaction within a commercial setting. This detail from the original oil on canvas work, housed at the Pau Fine Arts Museum in France, transports us to the bustling Cotton Exchange in New Orleans during the late 19th century. Degas masterfully employs the Impressionist style, utilizing vibrant colors and loose brushstrokes to convey the sense of movement and excitement that permeated the exchange floor. The painting depicts a crowd of men, their masculine forms and attire reflecting the Western commercial world of the time. Their intense focus and animated conversations suggest the importance of the cotton trade, a significant economic force during this period. The tree in the foreground serves as a visual anchor, providing a sense of balance and contrast to the chaotic scene unfolding around it. Degas' exploration of contemporary life and the human condition through his art has left an indelible mark on the history of Impressionism. This detail from "The New Orleans Cotton Exchange" is a testament to his ability to capture the essence of a moment in time, inviting us to witness the past and appreciate the richness of human experience.
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