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Fording a Stream (oil on canvas)
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Fording a Stream (oil on canvas)
1769842 Fording a Stream (oil on canvas) by Weeks, Edwin Lord (1849-1903); 50.8x76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fording a Stream. Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903). Oil on canvas. 50.8 x 76.2cm.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23291708
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Fording a Stream
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is a captivating oil painting by Edwin Lord Weeks, showcasing the beauty of nature and human activity in the nineteenth century. The artwork depicts a small group of people, including men and women, fording a stream on horseback at twilight. As the sun sets on the horizon over land, its warm glow illuminates the scene with an enchanting ambiance. Weeks' academic style shines through in this piece, as he skillfully captures every detail of the figures and their surroundings. The artist's orientalist influences are evident in his portrayal of an exotic setting and attire worn by some characters. The composition exudes action and movement as horses wade through the water while carrying their riders. A sense of physical activity permeates the air as one woman carries something on her shoulder while another looks away into the distance. Meanwhile, a man turns away from us, adding an element of mystery to his character. With its meticulous brushwork and attention to light and shadow, "Fording a Stream" exemplifies 19th-century European art at its finest. This late 19th-century masterpiece invites viewers to immerse themselves in a moment frozen in time – where humans harmoniously interact with both natural space and animals. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Weeks' artistic prowess even today. It serves as a reminder that great art transcends time periods and continues to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty.
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