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Fine Art Print : Public sale of paintings, c1785. Creator: Pierre-Antoine Demachy
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Public sale of paintings, c1785. Creator: Pierre-Antoine Demachy
Public sale of paintings, c1785
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Artwork Auction Auction House Auction Room Auctioneer Canvasmaterial Carnavalet Museum Demachy Pierre Antoine Mansion Paris Ile De France France Pierre Antoine Demachy Public Musee Carnavalet Paris Museums
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating 18th-century masterpiece, titled "Public sale of paintings, c1785," is a breathtaking work by Pierre-Antoine Demachy. Witness the vibrant energy and excitement of a public art auction in this intricately detailed painting, brought to life through the skilled brushstrokes of Demachy. Add an air of sophistication and historical charm to any room in your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print from Heritage Images.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 18th-century painting by Pierre-Antoine Demachy, titled "Public Sale of Paintings," offers a glimpse into the historic world of art auctions in Paris during the late 1700s. The scene unfolds inside a grand auction house, likely the Hotel Bullion or the Mansion of the Carnavalet Museum in Paris, Ile de France, France. The auction room is filled with a lively crowd of men and women, their eyes fixed on the paintings displayed on the canvases or the auctioneer at the center. The auctioneer, dressed in formal attire, raises his gavel, ready to announce the next lot for sale. The bidders, a mix of men and women, lean in, their expressions a blend of intensity and anticipation. The walls of the room are adorned with more paintings, a testament to the value and importance of art during this era. The painting, an oil on canvas masterpiece, is rich in color and detail. The interior of the auction house is warmly lit, casting a soft glow on the people and the paintings. The architectural elements of the building are also captured in intricate detail, adding to the historic authenticity of the scene. The public sale of paintings was a significant event in the art world during the 18th century, a time when art was not only a form of personal expression but also a valuable commodity. This painting by Pierre-Antoine Demachy serves as a window into the past, offering a fascinating look at the world of art trading and the role of auction houses in the preservation and dissemination of artistic heritage.
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