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Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 3, 1914 (oil on canvas)
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Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 3, 1914 (oil on canvas)
PNH354122 Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 3, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Jansson, Eugene (1862-1915); 238.1x198.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; Swedish, out of copyright
Media ID 23252930
© Peter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London / Bridgeman Images
Heroic Homoerotic Lifting Models Muscles Muscular Power Sinews Strength Strong Weight Weightlifter Dumbbell
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Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 3,1914 - A Testament to Strength and Masculinity
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. This print captures Eugene Jansson's masterpiece "Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 3" painted in 1914. The oil on canvas artwork showcases the artist's fascination with the human physique and his ability to depict raw power. In this composition, two naked weightlifters are depicted pushing heavy dumbbells against their sinewy bodies. Their muscles glisten under the light as they strain against the immense weight before them. The painting exudes a sense of heroism and classical beauty reminiscent of ancient Greek sculptures. Jansson's brushstrokes skillfully emphasize every ripple and contour of these male models' muscular physiques. This homoerotic portrayal celebrates strength and masculinity while simultaneously challenging societal norms surrounding nudity at that time. The monumental scale of this painting further enhances its impact, measuring an impressive 238.1x198.8 cm. It commands attention from viewers who cannot help but be drawn into the world of these weightlifters. With "Pushing Weights with Two Arms, Number 3". Jansson invites us to contemplate themes such as power, determination, and physicality. It serves as a timeless reminder that strength comes not only from lifting weights but also from within ourselves. This print allows art enthusiasts to appreciate Jansson's artistic prowess while showcasing the enduring allure of his subject matter – the human body in all
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