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The River Bank, 1901 (oil on canvas)
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The River Bank, 1901 (oil on canvas)
3526728 The River Bank, 1901 (oil on canvas) by Stott, William Edward (1859-1918); 70x96 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: An idyllic, rural scene depicting three ponies in shallow river bank; one being ridden by a young boy whilst another
boy paddles beside. There is an indistict group of bathers entering the water on the opposite side of the bank. It is
late afternoon as the sun is low in the sky, covering the scene in a soft light. The paintwork is finely moddled
indicating in an impressionist influence. The composition is simple with water depicted in the foreground and middle
ground, with a bright green river bank depicted beneath a pale blue-grey sky in the background.); © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32118722
© Manchester Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
Afternoon Bareback Bather Bathers Bathing Innocence Mounted Paddling Pony Summertime Swim Swimmer Swimming Little Boys Semi Nude Young Boy
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The River Bank, 1901
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by William Edward Stott is a captivating oil painting that transports viewers to an idyllic rural scene. In this masterpiece, three ponies can be seen leisurely grazing in the shallow river bank. One of the ponies carries a young boy on its back while another boy playfully paddles beside them. On the opposite side of the bank, a group of bathers enters the water, their figures slightly blurred but adding depth to the composition. As late afternoon descends upon this picturesque setting, the sun casts a soft light over everything it touches. The artist's impressionist influence is evident in his finely modulated paintwork, capturing both movement and tranquility simultaneously. The simplicity of the composition allows for focus on different elements: from the bright green river bank in the foreground to a pale blue-grey sky stretching out into infinity. This artwork evokes feelings of nostalgia and innocence as it captures a timeless moment in childhood summers spent playing by riverside banks. It beautifully portrays nature's harmony with human presence and showcases Stott's skillful depiction of horses and landscapes. "The River Bank, 1901" is housed at Manchester Art Gallery in UK and serves as an exquisite example of Stott's mastery as an artist. This print from Fine Art Finder offers art enthusiasts an opportunity to bring home this enchanting piece that celebrates joyous moments amidst nature's beauty.
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