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Stage on a day of free entertainment: the effect of melodrama, by Louis Leopold Boilly, oil on canvas, 1830
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Stage on a day of free entertainment: the effect of melodrama, by Louis Leopold Boilly, oil on canvas, 1830
Louis Leopold Boilly (1761-1845), Stage on a day of free entertainment: the effect of melodrama, 1830, oil on canvas, 32x41 cm
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Media ID 9496319
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1830 Arts Culture And Entertainment Assistance Bonnet Column Dress Evening Wear Eyes Closed Facial Expression Girls Headwear High Society Large Group Of People Leisure Misfortune Oil Painting Performance Performer Period Costume Satire Stage Stage Costume Support Theatre Building Theatrical Performance Traditional Clothing Waist Up Fainting Louis Leopold Boilly
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This print titled "Stage on a day of free entertainment: the effect of melodrama" by Louis Leopold Boilly takes us back to the enchanting world of 19th-century theater. The oil painting, measuring 32x41 cm, beautifully captures a moment filled with drama and emotion. In this scene, we find ourselves amidst a bustling stage performance. A performer dressed in exquisite evening wear stands at center stage, her eyes closed and expression intense. With one hand delicately holding onto a column for support, she portrays misfortune through her fainting posture. Surrounding her are men and women from high society, their faces reflecting concern as they rush to offer assistance. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke - from the intricate period costumes worn by the large group of people to the bonnets adorning the heads of elegant ladies. Through his masterful use of light and shadow, Boilly brings life to this theatrical setting. This artwork not only showcases Boilly's artistic prowess but also serves as an insightful commentary on leisure activities during that era. It highlights how theater was an integral part of French culture and entertainment in the early 19th century. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece, we can't help but be transported back in time - immersed in both the beauty and complexity that defined this golden age of artistry and performance.
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