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A Woman Seated beside a Vase of Flowers, 1865 (oil on canvas)
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A Woman Seated beside a Vase of Flowers, 1865 (oil on canvas)
3469049 A Woman Seated beside a Vase of Flowers, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 73.7x92.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The sitter is probably Madame Paul ValpinAzon, the wife of the artistas schoolboy friend ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 18261487
© Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA / Bridgeman Images
Asters Bouquet Dahlias French Impressionism French Impressionist Informal Scarf
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This print captures the essence of a serene moment in 1865, as depicted by the renowned artist Edgar Degas. The painting, titled "A Woman Seated beside a Vase of Flowers" showcases an intimate scene where a woman sits gracefully next to a vibrant bouquet of flowers. The sitter is believed to be Madame Paul ValpinAzon, the wife of one of Degas' childhood friends. Her presence exudes elegance and tranquility, as she gazes thoughtfully into the distance. Dressed in a fashionable hat and scarf, she embodies the fashion trends of her time. Degas masterfully portrays the beauty and delicacy of nature through his meticulous brushstrokes. The vase overflows with gaillardias, dahlias, asters - all carefully arranged to create an enchanting still life composition. Each flower seems to burst with color and life against the muted background. This piece exemplifies French impressionism at its finest. It captures not only the physical appearance but also evokes emotions and sensations associated with summer days spent indoors surrounded by domestic bliss. Now housed in New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, this artwork continues to captivate viewers with its timeless charm. Its informal yet refined atmosphere invites us to appreciate both artistry and nature's beauty simultaneously.
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