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Earrings, 1891 (oil on canvas)
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Earrings, 1891 (oil on canvas)
989252 Earrings, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 121x77.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Earrings; Boucles d oreilles. William Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1891. 121 x 77.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22523350
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1891 Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Accessories Adolphe William Bouguereau Bouguereau Earring Female Garment Good Looking Jewelery Jewellry Jewlery Negative Concept Personal Accessory Relationship Seducing Seduction Seductive Self Indulgent Temptress Trying On Vain Vanity White Color William Adolphe Bouguereau William Bouguereau Woman Alone 19th Century European Art Apparel Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Jewels Positive Concepts
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This oil painting, titled "Earrings, 1891" by William-Adolphe Bouguereau, showcases the artist's mastery in capturing beauty and elegance. The artwork depicts a young woman adorned with exquisite earrings, her seductive gaze drawing viewers into her world of vanity and self-indulgence. Painted in the academic style that Bouguereau was renowned for, this piece exemplifies the artist's attention to detail and his ability to create realistic representations of women. The subject is depicted in a front view, allowing us to appreciate every delicate brushstroke that brings her to life. The choice of white clothing against a neutral background adds an ethereal quality to the composition while emphasizing the purity and innocence associated with femininity during that era. The artist skillfully captures both the allure and temptation embodied by jewelry through his meticulous rendering of each jewel. Bouguereau's "Earrings" transports us back to late 19th-century France when societal norms placed great importance on appearance and personal adornment. This painting serves as a reminder of our timeless fascination with beauty and our desire for self-expression through fashion accessories. As we admire this stunning work of art from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are reminded of how artists like Bouguereau continue to inspire us with their ability to capture moments frozen in time – moments that speak volumes about human nature, identity, and our eternal quest for aesthetic pleasure.
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