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Fisherfolk Returning with their Nets, Etretat, 1882 (oil on panel)
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Fisherfolk Returning with their Nets, Etretat, 1882 (oil on panel)
CH21089 Fisherfolk Returning with their Nets, Etretat, 1882 (oil on panel) by Bacon, Henry (1839-1912); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23662120
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Anchor Clogs Cottages David Copperfield Fisherman Fisherwoman Fishing Net Normandy
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This photo print, titled "Fisherfolk Returning with their Nets, Etretat, 1882" transports us to a simpler time along the picturesque shores of Normandy. Painted by Henry Bacon in oil on panel, this masterpiece captures the essence of a bustling fishing village and its hardworking inhabitants. In this scene, we see fisherfolk returning from their arduous journey at sea. The air is thick with anticipation as they approach the shore, their nets brimming with an abundant catch. A young child stands eagerly on one of the boats, his eyes wide with wonderment at the bountiful harvest. The composition is filled with delightful details that bring life to this coastal community. Colorful clogs dotting the beach indicate that these fishermen and women have just stepped ashore after hours spent battling nature's elements. Anchors rest against weathered cottages while seagulls soar overhead in search of scraps left behind. Amidst all this activity stands a mother figure reminiscent of David Copperfield's nurturing guardian in Charles Dickens' novel. She watches over her family and ensures their safety as they dock their boat alongside a tugboat used for transport. Nature also plays its part in this painting; various marine creatures can be spotted swimming beneath the surface or resting on rocks nearby - reminding us of the rich wildlife that sustains both man and beast alike. Bacon's skillful brushwork brings every element to life, capturing not only a moment frozen in time but also ev
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