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The Hague: the Mauritspoort and the Binnenhof Seen Across the Plein, 1773 (oil on canvas)
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The Hague: the Mauritspoort and the Binnenhof Seen Across the Plein, 1773 (oil on canvas)
659296 The Hague: the Mauritspoort and the Binnenhof Seen Across the Plein, 1773 (oil on canvas) by La Fargue, Paulus Constantin (1729-82); 30x39.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hague: the Mauritspoort and the Binnenhof Seen Across the Plein. Paulus Constantin La Fargue (1729-1782). Oil on canvas. Dated 1773. 30 x 39.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23674042
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082012upload 1770s 1773 18th Century Painting Active Artist Dutch Boundary Cobbled Diminishing Perspective Dutch Art Dutch Artist Front Gate Gateway Hague Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Medium Group Medium Group Of People Natural Light Netherlandish Artist Old Master Drawings Perspective Physical Activity Position Receding View Sunny Thoroughfare Tree Lined Treelined Walker Binnenhof Plein Stroll Strolling
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The Hague - the Mauritspoort and the Binnenhof Seen Across the Plein, 1773
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is a captivating oil painting by Dutch artist Paulus Constantin La Fargue. This exquisite artwork, measuring 30x39.5 cm, beautifully captures a scene from late eighteenth-century urban life in The Hague. The painting depicts a bustling street view with treelined thoroughfares and charming buildings. The focal point of the composition is the magnificent Mauritspoort gate, which stands proudly at the entrance to Binnenhof - an iconic political complex in The Hague. Bathed in warm sunlight, this architectural marvel exudes grandeur and history. As we explore further into the painting, we notice a diverse group of people going about their daily activities. Men and women can be seen strolling along the cobbled streets or engaged in conversation near the gate. Their presence adds depth and liveliness to this atmospheric scene. La Fargue's masterful use of natural light creates a sense of realism that transports us back to this vibrant moment in time. The play between light and shadow highlights intricate details on buildings' facades while casting gentle hues on trees lining the streets. "The Hague: the Mauritspoort and the Binnenhof Seen Across the Plein" is not only an exceptional example of Dutch art but also serves as a window into everyday life during Europe's golden age. It invites viewers to immerse themselves in its historical charm while appreciating La Fargue's skillful brushwork and attention to detail.
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