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Study for 'A Sunday on the Island of La Grand Jatte': Couple Walking, by Georges Seurat, oil, 1885

Study for 'A Sunday on the Island of La Grand Jatte': Couple Walking

Georges Seurat

1885

oil

canvas

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Study for 'A Sunday on the Island of La Grand Jatte': Couple Walking is a 1885 oil by Georges Seurat, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Georges Seurat
When & what style?
1885
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a serene outdoor scene, with a couple strolling in the foreground. The woman wears a long, dark dress and a hat, while the man is dressed in a suit and top hat. They are set against a backdrop of lush greenery and trees, with a few buildings visible in the distance. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility and leisure. In the background, several figures can be seen, some of whom appear to be engaged in various activities. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and perspective, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. This painting is a study for Georges Seurat's famous work, 'A Sunday on the Island of La Grand Jatte'.

About the artist

Portrait of Georges Seurat
Artist

Georges Seurat

Georges Pierre Seurat (UK: SUR-ah, -⁠ə, US: suu-RAH; French: ; 2 December 1859 – 29 March 1891) was a French post-Impressionist artist.

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