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Fine Art Print : Le sommeil, 1866. Creator: Gustave Courbet
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Le sommeil, 1866. Creator: Gustave Courbet
Le sommeil, 1866
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Arm Around Asleep Bed Chamber Bedchamber Bedroom Bedside Canvas Material Courbet Gustave Courbet Jean Desire Gustave Embrace Embracing Gustave Courbet Homosexuality Jean Desire Gustave Courbet Lesbian Lesbianism Lover Realist Second Empire Sleep Sleeping Artistic Movement Paris Museums Petit Palais
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of Gustave Courbet's masterpiece, "Le sommeil" (The Sleep), from our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Created in 1866, this iconic painting showcases Courbet's exceptional skill in capturing the serene beauty of a woman in repose. With its rich colors and intricate details, our high-quality print brings the timeless artistry of this renowned Impressionist work into your home or office. Embrace the elegance and tranquility of "Le sommeil" and elevate your space with this exquisite addition to your art collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Le Sommeil," or "The Sleep," is an oil on canvas painting created by the renowned French artist Gustave Courbet in 1866. This masterpiece is a prime example of the artist's commitment to realism and his exploration of the human form. The painting depicts two women in an intimate moment of slumber, their bodies entwined in a tender embrace on a sumptuous bed in a bedroom setting. The women, both naked, are lost in the peaceful embrace of sleep, their faces serene and free of expression. The painting is a striking representation of the Second Empire period in France, with its ornate furniture and opulent bedchamber. The rich color palette and meticulous attention to detail in the textures of the bed linens and the curves of the women's bodies add to the sensual and dreamlike atmosphere of the scene. Courbet's exploration of the human form and the natural world was a departure from the traditional academic art of the time, and "Le Sommeil" is a testament to his innovative approach. The painting's subject matter, which some interpret as a depiction of lesbianism or homosexuality, was considered controversial in the conservative society of the time and was not exhibited publicly until many years after Courbet's death. Today, "Le Sommeil" is a cherished piece of artistic heritage and can be found in the prestigious Musée d'Orsay and Musée du Petit Palais in Paris, two of the city's most renowned museums. The painting continues to captivate audiences with its raw beauty and its exploration of the complexities of human emotion and desire.
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