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Public sale of paintings, c1785. Creator: Pierre-Antoine Demachy
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Public sale of paintings, c1785. Creator: Pierre-Antoine Demachy
Public sale of paintings, c1785
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Artwork Auction Auction House Auction Room Auctioneer Canvasmaterial Carnavalet Museum Demachy Pierre Antoine Mansion Paris Ile De France France Pierre Antoine Demachy Public Musee Carnavalet Paris Museums
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This 18th-century painting by Pierre-Antoine Demachy, titled "Public Sale of Paintings," offers a glimpse into the historic world of art auctions in Paris during the late 1700s. The scene unfolds inside a grand auction house, likely the Hotel Bullion or the Mansion of the Carnavalet Museum in Paris, Ile de France, France. The auction room is filled with a lively crowd of men and women, their eyes fixed on the paintings displayed on the canvases or the auctioneer at the center. The auctioneer, dressed in formal attire, raises his gavel, ready to announce the next lot for sale. The bidders, a mix of men and women, lean in, their expressions a blend of intensity and anticipation. The walls of the room are adorned with more paintings, a testament to the value and importance of art during this era. The painting, an oil on canvas masterpiece, is rich in color and detail. The interior of the auction house is warmly lit, casting a soft glow on the people and the paintings. The architectural elements of the building are also captured in intricate detail, adding to the historic authenticity of the scene. The public sale of paintings was a significant event in the art world during the 18th century, a time when art was not only a form of personal expression but also a valuable commodity. This painting by Pierre-Antoine Demachy serves as a window into the past, offering a fascinating look at the world of art trading and the role of auction houses in the preservation and dissemination of artistic heritage.
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