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Emigrants - To the port.

Eugène Laermans

1898

oil

canvas

From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp

Post-Impressionism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Emigrants - To the port. is a 1898 oil by Eugène Laermans, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

Who painted this?: Eugène Laermans
When & what style?: 1898 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp

About this work

The painting depicts a group of people gathered near a brick wall, with a body of water visible in the background. The crowd is dressed in dark, muted colors, with some individuals wearing hats and coats. A small dog is present, accompanied by a child holding a leash. In the foreground, a woman is shown with her back turned, while others face forward or to the side. The atmosphere appears somber, with the figures seemingly waiting or preparing to depart. This scene is reminiscent of the works of artist Eugène Laermans.