The Beach at Low Tide, Berck-sur-Mer, France by Eugène Boudin
Description:
"The Beach at Low Tide, Berck-sur-Mer, France," painted by Eugène Boudin in the late 19th century, is a serene depiction of the coastal landscape at Berck-sur-Mer, a seaside town in the Pas-de-Calais region of northern France. Eugène Boudin, born in 1824 in Honfleur, was one of the early masters of plein air painting and a precursor to the Impressionist movement. His work is characterized by a sensitive observation of the changing effects of light, atmosphere, and weather, especially in the maritime scenes that reflect his love for the French coastline.
In "The Beach at Low Tide, Berck-sur-Mer, France," Boudin captures the vast expanse of the sandy beach exposed by the receding tide. The composition features boats resting on the wet sand, figures scattered along the shore, and gentle waves in the distance. Boudin uses a palette of soft grays, blues, and earthy tones to convey the subdued light and reflective surfaces of the wet sand and shallow water. The painting's loose, fluid brushstrokes emphasize the movement and tranquility of the scene, capturing the atmosphere of a calm day by the sea. Through this work, Boudin showcases his mastery in depicting the natural beauty and fleeting moments of life along the coast, highlighting his contribution to the development of outdoor painting.
Details:
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Location and Date Created: Berck-sur-Mer, France, late 19th century.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: The Beach at Low Tide, Berck-sur-Mer, France by Eugène Boudin.
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Artwork Style: Early Impressionism; plein air painting.
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Subject/Topic: A tranquil scene of the beach at low tide in Berck-sur-Mer, focusing on the atmospheric effects of light and the natural landscape of the French coast.
