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The Chess Players, 1876 (oil on wood)
3493272 The Chess Players, 1876 (oil on wood) by Eakins, Thomas Cowperthwait (1844-1916); 29.8x42.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The artists father Benjamin watches a chess game between two friends in a Renaissance Revival parlor of a Philadelphia home. A reproduction of a painting by Eakinss teacher, Jean-Leon GerA'me, hangs over the mantel.); American, out of copyright
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Chess Concentrating Concentration Gerome Jean Leon 1824 1904 Jean Leon Gerome Parlor Parlour Pennsylvania Philadelphia Realism Realist
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This print captures a moment of intense concentration and intellectual pursuit. "The Chess Players, 1876" by Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins showcases the artist's father, Benjamin, engrossed in a chess game between two friends. Set in the Renaissance Revival parlor of a Philadelphia home, this scene exudes an air of sophistication and refinement. Eakins pays homage to his teacher, Jean-Leon Gerôme, by including a reproduction of one of his paintings hanging over the mantel. This nod to artistic influence adds depth to the composition and highlights Eakins' admiration for his mentor. The realism depicted in this oil on wood painting is remarkable. Every detail is meticulously captured - from the men's facial expressions and their carefully groomed moustaches and beards to the intricate furnishings of the parlor itself. The artist's skillful use of light brings life to each element within the frame. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to late 19th-century America. We can almost hear whispered strategies being exchanged between players as they engage in this timeless battle on a checkered board. "The Chess Players" serves as both an exquisite example of American realist art and a testament to human intellect and camaraderie. It reminds us that even amidst our busy lives, there is always room for moments like these – where minds come together over a shared passion for strategy and competition.
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