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The Breton Family; La Famille Bretonne, (oil on canvas)
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The Breton Family; La Famille Bretonne, (oil on canvas)
827091 The Breton Family; La Famille Bretonne, (oil on canvas) by Ribot, Auguste Theodule (1823-91); 92.7x73.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Breton Family; La Famille Bretonne. Theodule Ribot (1823-1891). Oil on canvas. 92.7 x 73.7cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23687500
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Augustin Théodule Ribot Bretagne Breton Britanny Dark Direct Gaze Five People Hand On Shoulder Looking At Camera Medium Group Medium Group Of People Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Naturalism Parent Realism Realist Ribot Teenage Boy Théodule Augustin Ribot Theodule Ribot Three Generational 19th Century European Art Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Portrait Style Portraiture
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The Breton Family; La Famille Bretonne
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is a captivating oil painting by Auguste Theodule Ribot that beautifully captures the essence of family life in 19th century Brittany, France. This medium-sized canvas print measures 92.7 x 73.7 cm and belongs to a private collection. The artwork showcases a three-generational family portrait, with the artist's keen eye for detail evident in every brushstroke. The subjects are depicted in a naturalistic style, looking directly at the camera with an air of quiet dignity and pride. Ribot's mastery of light and shadow creates a dark yet evocative atmosphere that adds depth to the composition. The use of oil on canvas enhances the richness and texture of this fine art piece, showcasing Ribot's skill as both a realist painter and portrait artist. The painting features five individuals - mother, father, son, grandmother, and teenage boy - all dressed in traditional Breton attire. Their caucasian ethnicity reflects their European origins while also highlighting their cultural heritage. The intimate connection between family members is palpable through subtle details such as hands resting on shoulders or direct gazes exchanged between loved ones. It is clear that Ribot sought to capture not only their physical appearances but also their emotional bonds. This remarkable artwork transports viewers back in time to experience the beauty and complexity of familial relationships during mid-19th century Brittany. It serves as a testament to Ribot's talent as an artist who expertly captured human emotions within his paintings.
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