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A Pleasant Bathing-Place. From A Home (26 watercolours), c19th century. Creator: Carl Larsson
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A Pleasant Bathing-Place. From A Home (26 watercolours), c19th century. Creator: Carl Larsson
A Pleasant Bathing-Place. From A Home (26 watercolours), c19th century
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Amusement Arts And Crafts Arts And Crafts Movement Arts Crafts Movement Balance Balancing Bathing Carl Larsson Carl Olof Larsson Childhood Daring Day Out Day Trip Diving Diving Board Enjoying Enjoyment Larsson Carl Lenfance Outing Parent Shade Shaded Nakedness National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum Watercolour On Paper
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A Pleasant Bathing-Place
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is a captivating watercolor painting by the renowned Swedish artist, Carl Larsson (1853-1919), from his collection "A Home" (26 watercolors), created during the 19th century. This idyllic scene transports us to a serene riverbank, where the joyful interplay of nature and human life unfolds. A sunlit day, the season of summer, adds to the allure of this scene. The water's edge is dotted with children, both boys and girls, reveling in the simple pleasures of a day out. A mother, her arms protectively around her youngest, watches over her brood from the riverbank's shade. The boys, displaying a sense of daring, take turns diving from a rickety diving board, while the girls splash and play in the shallow water. Two dogs, their tails wagging, join in the fun, adding to the lively atmosphere. The river, a geographical feature that adds balance to the composition, meanders gently through the landscape, reflecting the vibrant colors of the scene. The painting's title, "A Pleasant Bathing-Place," is a fitting description of this idyllic setting, where the harmony of nature and childhood joy is beautifully captured. This watercolor, with its rich colors and glazes on paper, is a testament to the Arts and Crafts Movement's emphasis on the importance of balance, enjoyment, and the simple pleasures of life. It is a cherished piece of Swedish heritage art, now housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, inviting us to reflect on the beauty of a simpler time and the enduring bond between family, nature, and childhood memories.
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