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Sleep, 1864 (oil on canvas)
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Sleep, 1864 (oil on canvas)
989355 Sleep, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 153.7x119.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sleep; Le Sommeil. William Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1864. 153.7 x 119.4cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23689844
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1860s 1864 Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Adolphe William Bouguereau Asleep Bare Feet Bare Foot Barefeet Barefoot Bouguereau Dozing Family With Two Children Feet Finger To Lips Foot Gesture Gesturing Hand Gesture Hand Movement Maternal Maternity Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Motherhood Motherly One Parent Parenting Poetic Pose Posed Posing Silence Silent Single Mother Single Parent Small Group Small Group Of People Three People William Adolphe Bouguereau William Bouguereau Without Words 19th Century European Art Artist French French Art French Artist Young Woman Youthful
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The print captures Bouguereau's masterpiece "Sleep" in all its serene beauty. Painted in 1864, this oil on canvas artwork showcases the artist's exceptional talent and mastery of the academic style. The scene depicts a young mother seated outdoors with her two children, creating an intimate and tender moment frozen in time. The mother is portrayed as a symbol of maternal love and care, gently cradling her sleeping baby while her other child rests peacefully beside them. The composition exudes tranquility, with the soft colors and delicate brushstrokes enhancing the overall sense of calmness. Bouguereau's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of the painting - from the intricate folds of fabric to the subtle gestures and expressions on each figure's face. The woman's finger pressed against her lips suggests a gesture of silence or secrecy, adding an air of mystery to the scene. This artwork not only showcases Bouguereau's technical skill but also his ability to capture human emotion and create a narrative within his paintings. It invites viewers to contemplate themes such as family dynamics, motherhood, and childhood innocence. As we gaze upon this timeless piece through Bridgeman Images' lens, we are reminded of the enduring power that art holds - transcending time and space to touch our hearts even centuries later.
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