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The Child in Blue; L Enfant en Bleu, c. 1853-54 (oil on paper laid on board)
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The Child in Blue; L Enfant en Bleu, c. 1853-54 (oil on paper laid on board)
656065 The Child in Blue; L Enfant en Bleu, c.1853-54 (oil on paper laid on board) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 35.7x12 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Child in Blue; L Enfant en Bleu. Edgar Degas (1834-1917). Oil on paper laid on board. Painted circa 1853-54. 35.7 x 12cm. This work depicts the artists younger brother Rene Degas (1845-1926) and is the earliest known portrait of him.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22796446
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122011upload 1850s 1853 1854 Aversion Blond Blond Hair Blonde Blonde Hair Bust Length Collar Degas Edgar Degas Fair Fair Haired Impressionist Art Impressionistic Laid Down Laid Down On Board Laid On Board Looking Away Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Neckwear Oil On Paper One Boy Only Quarter Length Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Portrait Style Portraiture Youthful
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The Child in Blue; L'Enfant en Bleu
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is a captivating portrait by French artist Edgar Degas, painted around 1853-54. This intimate oil painting on paper laid on board depicts the artist's younger brother, René Degas, and is considered to be the earliest known portrait of him. In this close-up quarter-length portrait, we see a young boy with fair hair and a pensive expression. His head and shoulders are turned slightly away from the viewer, creating an air of mystery and introspection. Dressed in blue attire with a delicate collar, he exudes an aura of innocence and youthfulness. Degas' impressionistic style shines through in this artwork as he skillfully captures the play of light and color. The brushstrokes are loose yet precise, giving life to every detail - from the boy's blonde hair to his expressive eyes. This enchanting piece showcases Degas' talent for portraiture during his early years as an artist. It offers us a glimpse into the world of mid-19th century France while also revealing the deep bond between two brothers. "The Child in Blue; L'Enfant en Bleu" is not only a testament to Degas' artistic prowess but also serves as a timeless reminder of childhood innocence captured on canvas.
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