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Fish Mongers, (oil on canvas)
822732 Fish Mongers, (oil on canvas) by Hawthorne, Charles Webster (1872-1930); 130.3x97 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fish Mongers. Charles Webster Hawthorne (1872-1930). Oil on canvas. 130.3 x 97cm.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
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Fish Mongers, (oil on canvas) by Charles Webster Hawthorne - A Haunting Portrait of Street Vendors
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. This print captures the essence of Charles Webster Hawthorne's masterpiece, "Fish Mongers". Painted in oil on canvas, this 20th-century artwork showcases a close-up portrait style that draws viewers into a world filled with raw emotion and eerie beauty. In this mesmerizing scene, we see two men standing in a dimly lit street stall. Dressed in aprons and shirts stained with blood, they are fully immersed in their occupation as fishmongers. Their direct gaze towards the camera creates an unsettling atmosphere, hinting at hidden stories within their haunted eyes. The artist skillfully uses natural light to illuminate the details of the scene - from the carcasses hanging behind them to the kitchenware scattered around. The young man on the left is seen emptying a pot while his companion looks on intently. The composition exudes a dream-like quality that borders between reality and nightmare. Hawthorne's portrayal of these street vendors goes beyond mere representation; it delves into themes of human nature and ethnic origin. Through his masterful brushstrokes and use of color, he captures both fierceness and vulnerability within these haunting figures. This thought-provoking painting invites viewers to contemplate not only the lives of these fishmongers but also our own existence within society. It serves as a reminder that even amidst darkness and hardship, there is beauty to be found – if one dares to look closer.
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