Home > Mary Evans Prints Online > Fine Art
PUVIS de CHAVANNES, Pierre (1824-1898). Young
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
PUVIS de CHAVANNES, Pierre (1824-1898). Young
PUVIS de CHAVANNES, Pierre (1824-1898). Young Girls by the Sea (Jeunes filles au bord de la mer). ca. 1879. Symbolism. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Paris. Mus饠 d Orsay (Orsay Museum)
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 8280771
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10683599
Bord Dorsay Filles Orsay Pierre Symbolism Chavannes Jeunes Puvis Up Right
EDITORS COMMENTS
Young Girls by the Sea" is a captivating oil on canvas painting by the renowned French Symbolist artist, Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (1824-1898). Created around 1879, this vertical masterpiece is currently housed in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, France. The painting depicts a scene of young girls, their youthful innocence and playful energy radiating from the canvas. They are seen frolicking by the sea, their bare feet touching the cool, crystalline waters, their laughter echoing through the air. The girls are dressed in simple, white garments, their bodies glowing in the soft, golden light that filters through the scene. The use of color in this painting is striking, with the vibrant blues and greens of the sea and sky contrasting beautifully with the warm, earthy tones of the girls' skin and the sandy shore. Puvis de Chavannes' masterful brushstrokes bring the scene to life, capturing the fluidity of the water and the delicate texture of the girls' clothing. The painting is a prime example of the Symbolist movement, with its focus on the inner emotions and feelings of the subjects, rather than the physical world around them. The girls' carefree and joyful interaction with the sea represents the connection between nature and the human spirit. The vertical composition of the painting draws the viewer's eye upwards, creating a sense of depth and space. The girls' bodies are arranged in a dynamic and balanced way, leading the eye through the painting and inviting the viewer to explore the details and nuances of the scene. Overall, "Young Girls by the Sea" is a stunning work of art that captures the essence of childhood innocence and the beauty of nature. Puvis de Chavannes' masterful use of color and composition make this painting a must-see for anyone interested in the Symbolist movement or the works of this renowned French artist.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.