Perishables
- Original dimensions
- 108.5 x 155.5 cm
- Museum
- Fine Arts Museum of Rennes
- Year
- 1878
Scene depicted
The painting "Périssoires" depicts a bucolic moment, where small boats rest peacefully on the water, evoking harmony between man and nature. This scene shows human figures, sometimes elegant women, enjoying the calm of a nap by the Seine. The delicate reflections on the water and the softness of the atmosphere create a sensation of timeless tranquility.
Historical context
Created in 1878 at the heart of the Belle Époque, in the remarkable Parisian context, the painting "Périssoires" is a gateway to the impressionist movement. This remarkable canvas is now housed in the Fine Arts Museum of Rennes, inscribed in the history of an era where light and daily life blend with pure art. Its dimensions, 108.5 x 155.5 cm, make it a masterful work to contemplate.
Place in the artist's career
"Périssoires" represents a crucial step in Caillebotte's career, revealing his unique style in full artistic evolution. In juxtaposition with works such as "The Bridge of Europe" and "The Floor Scrapers," one observes an exceptional technical maturation, where light becomes a protagonist in its own right, embodying the exploration of visual impressions through time.
Anecdote
“I want to capture the ephemeral…” said Caillebotte, drawing inspiration from the fleeting moments of a summer day. Imagine him on the banks of a calm river, observing the dancing lights on the water, where this canvas comes to life, encapsulating a sweet scent of nature. It is with this intention that he conceived this masterpiece , emanating a timeless serenity.
Major exhibitions
fourth impressionist exhibition