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The Womens Speed-Skating Race on the Westersingel in Leeuwarden, January 21
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The Womens Speed-Skating Race on the Westersingel in Leeuwarden, January 21
778633 The Womens Speed-Skating Race on the Westersingel in Leeuwarden, January 21, 1809 (oil on canvas) by Baur, Nicols (1767-1820); 59.7x74.9 cm; Private Collection; eLawrence Steigrad Fine Arts, New York; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22460068
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Competition Competitions Contest Copyspace Frozen Ice Skating Races Racing Skating Spectator Speed Speed Skating Wintry Womens Leeuwarden
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The Women's Speed-Skating Race on the Westersingel in Leeuwarden, January 21
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is a captivating oil painting by Nicols Baur that beautifully captures the exhilaration and competitive spirit of winter sports in Holland. The frozen river serves as the stage for this thrilling contest, with a crowd of spectators eagerly watching from the sidelines. The painting depicts a group of women gracefully gliding across the ice, their colorful attire contrasting against the wintry landscape. Their focused expressions reveal their determination to succeed in this high-speed race. As they push themselves to their limits, each skater vies for victory, hoping to be crowned champion. The atmosphere is electric as cheers and applause fill the air. The crowd huddles together, bundled up against the cold weather but warmed by excitement and anticipation. Snowflakes gently fall from above, adding an ethereal touch to this frozen spectacle. Baur's meticulous attention to detail brings every element of this scene to life – from the intricate patterns etched into the ice beneath their blades to subtle variations in light and shadow that create depth within his composition. This painting not only celebrates athleticism but also showcases Dutch culture and tradition. It reminds us of how deeply ingrained skating is within Dutch society and how it has become synonymous with winter fun. "The Women's Speed-Skating Race on the Westersingel in Leeuwarden" invites us into a moment frozen in time where sport meets artistry, capturing both our imagination and
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