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Elegant Figures Watching the Regatta, 1889 (oil on canvas)
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Elegant Figures Watching the Regatta, 1889 (oil on canvas)
1197595 Elegant Figures Watching the Regatta, 1889 (oil on canvas) by Clairin, Georges (1843-1919); 79.4x132.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22530138
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1880s 1889 Clairin Gentility Gentry Georges Jules Victor Clairin Grace Graceful High Society Horizon Horizon Over Water Large Group One Animal Regatta Sail Boat Sailboat Sailing Boat Sailing Vessel Scientific Equipment Seaward Seller Social Class Sporting Event Street Seller Street Trader Street Vendor Telescope Upper Class Vendor View To Sea Watchful Water Transport Water Vehicle Water Vessel 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Natural Space Occupation Positive Concepts
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This 19th-century oil painting, titled "Elegant Figures Watching the Regatta" transports viewers to a bygone era of grace and sophistication. Created in 1889 by French artist Georges Clairin, this masterpiece captures a moment of leisure and excitement along the coastline. The scene depicts a large group of elegantly dressed figures gathered on the shore, their eyes fixed upon the regatta unfolding before them. Men, women, and children stand together, their faces filled with anticipation as they watch sailing boats gliding gracefully across the water. Amongst them is a street vendor offering his wares to passersby. The composition exudes an air of high society and gentility, with its depiction of upper-class individuals enjoying a day out in nature. The artist's meticulous attention to detail brings each figure to life - from the flowing dresses worn by women to the playful presence of a dog at their feet. As sunlight bathes the scene in warm hues, it illuminates not only the figures but also highlights the vastness of the sea stretching out towards distant horizons. A sense of tranquility pervades this idyllic coastal setting as spectators use telescopes to catch every thrilling moment. Clairin's skillful brushwork and mastery over light capture both human emotion and natural beauty in equal measure. This stunning artwork serves as a testament to European artistry during this period while inviting us into an enchanting world where time stands still for just a fleeting moment.
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