“”Berceuse (Le coucher) was painted in the artist’s Paris studio in 1873 and holds a prominent place in this category of works which was particularly dear to the artist. In the present painting, a young Roman mother holds a naked infant and is gently moving him into his cradle. The central group is framed by the draped cradle to the left of the composition and the large stone fireplace that dominates the background. The figures, clearly a secularized interpretation of a Virgin and Child, are bathed in a clear, warm light and set against a dark background, while the room behind the figural group is softened by the shadows of the recesses of the interior, thereby heightening the importance of the figural group.”
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Both are lovely. I hope you have a great week!
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You have a wonderful week, also, Sheila! 😎
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When a painter can achieve the look of a photograph, we know that he has mastered his craft. This painting is so realistic!
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Mastery, indeed! Thank for sharing your thoughts, Dee. 🌻❤️
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Perfectly beautiful, both the art and music.
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I am happy you enjoy these, Mary. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. 🌻❤️
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Memphis Brooks art museum has one of his paintings in their permanent collection. It’s always been one of my favorites. I Don’t know if this image will come through, but you can Google it. The painting is called At the Foot of the Cliff
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It is a lovely painting – thank you, Joy! If it does not show up I will link so others can see if they wish. 😎 https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/99/William-Adolphe_Bouguereau_%281825-1905%29_-_At_the_Foot_of_the_Cliff_%281886%29.jpg
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