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St. Mark s, Venice, detail of a boy smoking (oil on canvas) (detail of 100405)
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St. Mark s, Venice, detail of a boy smoking (oil on canvas) (detail of 100405)
THA100406 St. Mark s, Venice, detail of a boy smoking (oil on canvas) (detail of 100405) by Echtler, Adolf (1843-1914); Towneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum, Burnley, Lancashire; eTowneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23217852
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail of Adolf Echtler's oil on canvas painting titled "St. Mark's, Venice". The focus is on a young boy smoking, his face partially obscured by the smoke that swirls around him. The artist masterfully portrays the innocence and vulnerability of youth in this poignant scene. The setting appears to be an Italian village, with its rustic charm evident in the worn wooden bench where the boy reclines. His tattered clothing suggests poverty, while his loyal canine companion rests faithfully at his side. A walking stick leans against the bench, perhaps symbolizing both support and idleness. Echtler skillfully conveys a sense of laziness and leisure through this composition. The boy's relaxed posture exudes a carefree attitude as he indulges in his momentary escape from reality through tobacco. Yet beneath this apparent idleness lies a deeper narrative about social class and hardship. Displayed at Towneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum in Burnley, Lancashire, this artwork invites viewers to reflect on themes such as childhood innocence, societal inequalities, and the bonds between humans and animals. Through Bridgeman Images' high-quality reproduction of this significant piece of German art history now out of copyright restrictions; we can appreciate Echtler's talent for capturing human emotions within everyday scenes.
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