Boats on the Seacoast at Étaples

Charles François Daubigny

Created:
Movement:
1871
Realism
key Notes:
Coastal Realism, Atmospheric Light
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Dimensions:
13 1/2 x 22 7/8 in. (34.3 x 58.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
story of the work:

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Boats on the Seacoast at Étaples by Charles-François Daubigny

Boats on the Seacoast at Étaples, painted in 1871 by Charles-François Daubigny, is an exemplary work of the Barbizon School, characterized by its naturalistic depiction of the French landscape. Executed in oil on wood, the painting captures the serene yet dynamic interaction between the sea and the vessels, reflecting Daubigny's keen observation of nature. Daubigny, a precursor to the Impressionists, significantly influenced artists such as Claude Monet and Camille Pissarro with his innovative approach to plein air painting. His works often emphasized the transient effects of light and atmosphere, which became central themes in Impressionism. The painting not only showcases Daubigny's technical skill but also his contribution to the evolution of landscape painting in the 19th century.

Description of the work:

Boats on the Seacoast at Étaples by Charles-François Daubigny

Created in 1871, "Boats on the Seacoast at Étaples" by Charles-François Daubigny is an oil on wood painting that captures the serene coastal landscape of Étaples, a fishing village in northern France. The work exemplifies Daubigny's Barbizon style, characterized by its naturalistic depiction and emphasis on the atmospheric effects of light and water.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Boats on the Seacoast at Étaples