Casualness Collection

Reclining Nude, late 19th / early 20th century. Artist: Giovanni Boldini
Reclining Nude, late 19th/early 20th century. From the collection of Marquis de Biron

The Raised Skirt, 1742. Artist: Francois Boucher
The Raised Skirt, 1742. From a private collection

Study for Une Baignade, 1883. Artist: Georges-Pierre Seurat
Study for Une Baignade, 1883. From the Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh

Sketch for a ceiling mural for the Elysee-Palace (not carried out), late 19th / early 20th century
Sketch for a ceiling mural for the Elysee-Palace (not carried out), late 19th/early 20th century. From a private collection

Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. Artist: Gerard Terborch II
Paternal Admonition, 1654-1655. From a private collection

Charity, 17th century. Artist: Cesare Dandini
Charity, 17th century. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

The Elegant, 19th century. From a private collection

The Haymakers, 1880. Artist: Jules Bastien-Lepage
The Haymakers, 1880. From the Musee d Orsay, Paris

The Prodigal Son in the Tavern (Rembrandt and Saskia), c1635. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Prodigal Son in the Tavern (Rembrandt and Saskia), c1635. From the Dresden Gallery, Dresden, Germany

Young Woman with Earrings, 1657. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Young Woman with Earrings, 1657

Unidentified Flemish proverb, late 16th / early 17th century. Artist: Pieter Brueghel the Younger
Unidentified Flemish proverb, late 16th/early 17th century. From a private collection

Young woman, nude, holding one foot in her hands, 1716-18. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Young woman, nude, holding one foot in her hands, 1716-18. From the collection of the British Museum, London, United Kingdom

Champetre Concert, 1715. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Champetre Concert, 1715. From the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts d Angers

Concert champetre, ( The Pastoral Concert ), c1510-1511. Artist: Titian
Concert champetre, ( The Pastoral Concert ), c1510-1511. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris, France

Danae, 16th century. Artist: Titian
Danae, 16th century. From a private collection, New York, USA

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"Casualness in Art: A Glimpse into the Unrestrained Beauty" In the realm of art, casualness takes center stage as a captivating and often provocative theme. From reclining nudes to raised skirts, artists throughout history have explored this concept with remarkable finesse. Giovanni Boldini's "Reclining Nude" from the late 19th/early 20th century invites us to embrace the unapologetic ease of human form. Francois Boucher's "The Raised Skirt" from 1742 tantalizes our senses, teasing at societal norms while celebrating uninhibited freedom. Georges-Pierre Seurat's "Study for Une Baignade" (1883) captures a moment of leisurely delight amidst dappled sunlight, reminding us that even mundane activities can exude an air of nonchalance. Henri Gervex's unrealized ceiling mural for the Elysee Palace transports us to a world where elegance meets informality, offering a glimpse into what could have been an opulent display of relaxed grandeur. Gerard Terborch II's "Paternal Admonition" (1654-1655) portrays familial interactions with effortless grace, showcasing how they are coexist within intimate relationships. Cesare Dandini’s “Charity” from the 17th century exemplifies compassion through simple gestures and humble attire. "The Elegant, " an anonymous masterpiece from the 19th century, encapsulates refined nonchalance in its portrayal of sophistication without pretense. Jules Bastien-Lepage’s "The Haymakers" (1880) immortalizes laborers caught in candid moments during their arduous work - embracing sweat-stained brows and disheveled clothing as badges of honor. Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn explores casualness through contrasting scenes.