The port of Portrieux at low tide
- Original dimensions
- 32.3 x 24.1 cm
- Museum
- Burrell Collection
- Year
- 1872
Scene depicted
In this painting , Boudin depicts the port of Portrieux simply, revealing the stranded boats on the bare ground, illuminated by a golden light. This painting evokes the tranquility of low tide, while capturing the activity of the surrounding environment, where the rhythm of sailors blends with the gentle melody of the waves.
Historical context
Work : The port of Portrieux at low tide |BRK| Artist : Eugène Boudin |BRK| Year : 1872 |BRK| Museum : Burrell Collection |BRK| Dimensions : 32.3 x 24.1 cm |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
This masterpiece marks a significant milestone in Boudin's career, illustrating his growing mastery of maritime landscapes. Like his other paintings such as "The Beach at Trouville" and "Sunset at Sea," this canvas demonstrates an evolution towards a bolder, brighter, and more immersive style.
Anecdote
"The sea sings its own melody," Boudin said, inspired by the waves caressing the port. On a cool spring morning, fishermen bustled about, the smell of marine algae floating in the air. This fleeting moment gave birth to a pictorial work full of sensitivity, rooted in the reality of maritime life.