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The Chess Players, 1876 (oil on wood)
3493272 The Chess Players, 1876 (oil on wood) by Eakins, Thomas Cowperthwait (1844-1916); 29.8x42.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The artists father Benjamin watches a chess game between two friends in a Renaissance Revival parlor of a Philadelphia home. A reproduction of a painting by Eakinss teacher, Jean-Leon GerA'me, hangs over the mantel.); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22986586
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Chess Concentrating Concentration Gerome Jean Leon 1824 1904 Jean Leon Gerome Parlor Parlour Pennsylvania Philadelphia Realism Realist
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins' "The Chess Players," a fine art print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This exquisite oil on wood painting, captured by Bridgeman Images, invites you into an intimate moment between two engrossed chess players. Their intense focus and the intricate game layout create a timeless scene that transcends generations. Bring this masterpiece into your home or office and add a touch of sophistication and culture to your space. Experience the beauty and detail of "The Chess Players" as if you were in the room with them. Order your fine art print today from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Finder and let the art come to you.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.5cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a moment of intense concentration and intellectual pursuit. "The Chess Players, 1876" by Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins showcases the artist's father, Benjamin, engrossed in a chess game between two friends. Set in the Renaissance Revival parlor of a Philadelphia home, this scene exudes an air of sophistication and refinement. Eakins pays homage to his teacher, Jean-Leon Gerôme, by including a reproduction of one of his paintings hanging over the mantel. This nod to artistic influence adds depth to the composition and highlights Eakins' admiration for his mentor. The realism depicted in this oil on wood painting is remarkable. Every detail is meticulously captured - from the men's facial expressions and their carefully groomed moustaches and beards to the intricate furnishings of the parlor itself. The artist's skillful use of light brings life to each element within the frame. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to late 19th-century America. We can almost hear whispered strategies being exchanged between players as they engage in this timeless battle on a checkered board. "The Chess Players" serves as both an exquisite example of American realist art and a testament to human intellect and camaraderie. It reminds us that even amidst our busy lives, there is always room for moments like these – where minds come together over a shared passion for strategy and competition.
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