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The Embankment, London, 1926 (oil on canvas)
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The Embankment, London, 1926 (oil on canvas)
826160 The Embankment, London, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Ury, Lesser (1861-1931); 51.5x61.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Embankment, London. Lesser Ury (1861-1931). Oil on canvas. Painted in London in 1926. 51.5 x 61.2cm.); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22224582
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1926 Active Adverse Conditions Artist German Auto Automobile Automotive Background People Bad Weather Blurred Blurred Action Blurred Motion Bystander Capital City Central London City Life Diminishing Perspective Embankment German Art German Artist Greater London Impressionist Art Impressionistic Lesser Ury Motion Motor Motor Car Motorised Vehicle Moving Neighbourhood On The Move On The Road Out Of Focus Overcast Pavement Perspective Physical Activity Position Receding View Road Transport Road Vehicle Runabout Sidewalk Speed Streetscene Thoroughfare Touring Traffic Transit Tree Lined Treelined Vanishing Point Vehicle Vehicles
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The Embankment, London, 1926
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is a captivating oil painting by German artist Lesser Ury. This impressionistic masterpiece captures the essence of early twentieth-century city life in the bustling capital city. The scene depicts a treelined street along the embankment, with blurred action and motion that gives a sense of movement and energy. Ury's skillful brushstrokes create an atmospheric effect, portraying the overcast weather and adverse conditions of that time. In this receding view, we see background people going about their daily activities as vehicles speed by on the road. The vanishing point adds depth to the composition, drawing our eyes into the distance. The artist's use of color and light evokes a sense of urban ambiance. Despite being out of focus, pedestrians can be seen walking along the sidewalk while cars navigate through traffic. Ury's impressionist style brings life to every element in this painting - from human figures to automobiles. This artwork not only showcases Ury's talent but also provides us with a glimpse into London during the 1920s. It captures both the vibrant energy and everyday moments that make up city life. "The Embankment, London" is an exquisite example of European art from this era and reminds us of how artists can capture fleeting moments in time through their work.
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