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After the Swim; Apres le Bain, c. 1846 (oil on paper laid on panel)
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After the Swim; Apres le Bain, c. 1846 (oil on paper laid on panel)
825572 After the Swim; Apres le Bain, c.1846 (oil on paper laid on panel) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 16x21.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Swim; Apres le Bain. Honore Daumier (1808-1879). Oil on paper laid on panel. Painted circa 1846. 16 x 21.6cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23662770
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1840s 1846 Active Arms Out Bare Feet Bare Foot Barefoot Bound Daumier Departed Departing Departure Dressing Expression Facial Expression Feet Foot Getting Dressed Honore Daumier Laid Down Laid On Panel Leave Leaving Leg Bent Looking Down Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Naturalism Oil On Paper One Man Only Physical Activity Reaching Realism Realist Setting Off Setting Out Shade Shaded Shady Shirt Sitting On Ground Social Activity Swim Swimming Trousers White Color Young Man Young Men Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Natural Space Portrait Style Portraiture
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After the Swim; Apres le Bain
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is a captivating oil painting by French artist Honore Daumier, created around 1846. This intimate portrait captures a moment in time, showcasing a lone man sitting on the ground after taking a refreshing swim. The setting is a picturesque coastline, with the natural beauty of the sea and trees providing a serene backdrop. Daumier's attention to detail is evident in this close-up depiction of the subject. We see him reaching down to put on his trousers, his bare feet grounded on the earth below. The artist's realist style brings forth an expression of realism and naturalism, as he beautifully portrays the man's white clothing against his caucasian skin tone. The composition and lighting add depth to this artwork. With one leg bent and looking down at his task, we can sense both movement and contemplation in this scene. It is as if we have stumbled upon this private moment of dressing after swimming. This small-scale painting measures 16 x 21.6 cm and is painted on paper laid on panel. Its size allows for an intimate viewing experience that draws us into its narrative. Honore Daumier was known for his keen observations of everyday life during the mid-19th century in France. "After the Swim; Apres le Bain" exemplifies his ability to capture human actions within natural spaces while infusing them with emotional depth. This print from Bridgeman Images offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate Daumier's mastery firsthand, allowing us to immerse ourselves in this timeless portrayal of post-swim tranquility.
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