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Goodbye, on the Mersey, 1880 (pencil & w / c with gum arabic and bodycolour on paper)
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Goodbye, on the Mersey, 1880 (pencil & w / c with gum arabic and bodycolour on paper)
CH440597 Goodbye, on the Mersey, 1880 (pencil & w/c with gum arabic and bodycolour on paper) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 42.5x30.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23011270
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Aboard Deck Departing Departure Embarking Farewell Goodbye Handkerchief Leaving Mersey Ocean Liner Parting Passengers Sentimental Steamboat Steamer Steamship Stools Waving Travellers
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Goodbye, on the Mersey, 1880
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captures a poignant moment frozen in time. In this exquisite print by James Jacques Joseph Tissot, we are transported to the bustling deck of a steamship departing from the iconic River Mersey. The scene is filled with emotion as passengers bid farewell to their loved ones and embark on an unknown journey. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his pencil and watercolor brush. The use of gum arabic and bodycolor adds depth and texture to the composition, bringing it to life before our eyes. We see women waving handkerchiefs tearfully while men stand stoically amidst stools, ready for departure. This Victorian-era tableau evokes a sense of nostalgia and sentimentality that resonates even today. It speaks volumes about human connections, longing for adventure, and the bittersweet nature of goodbyes. As we gaze at this masterpiece from Tissot's private collection, we can almost hear the sound of waves crashing against the ship's hull and feel a gentle breeze sweeping across our faces. "Goodbye, on the Mersey" reminds us that journeys are not just physical but also emotional experiences. It invites us to reflect upon our own departures in life – be they literal or metaphorical – and appreciate both the excitement they bring and the pain they leave behind. This artwork by Bridgeman Images serves as a timeless reminder that farewells are an integral part of any voyage worth
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