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On the beach (Royan), by Rupert Bunny, oil, 1908

On the beach (Royan)

Rupert Bunny

1908

oil

canvas

From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales

Dominant colour

Overview

On the beach (Royan) is a 1908 oil by Rupert Bunny, a Impressionism work, held at Art Gallery of New South Wales.

Who painted this?
Rupert Bunny
When & what style?
1908 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Art Gallery of New South Wales

About this work

This painting depicts a serene beach scene, with people gathered on the sand. In the foreground, a woman sits on a chair, reading a book, while another woman and a child sit on a nearby chair. The background features a calm sea, with a few individuals standing or sitting along the shoreline. The artist's use of soft colors and gentle brushstrokes creates a sense of tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful atmosphere of the scene. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, you might want to look up Rupert Bunny.

About the artist

Portrait of Rupert Bunny
Artist

Rupert Bunny

Rupert Charles Wulsten Bunny (29 September 1864 – 25 May 1947) was an Australian painter.

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