Bassin de Neptune, Versailles (1913)
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James Carroll Beckwith's "Bassin de Neptune, Versailles" (1913) transports the viewer to the lavish surroundings of the Palace of Versailles, capturing the grandeur and artistic charm of one of its famous water features. This enchanting painting features a close-up perspective of the Neptune Fountain, focusing on the intricately sculpted figures that adorn its basin.In the foreground, the brushwork brings out the dynamic textures and details of the sculptures, which depict mythological figures associated with water and the sea, their expressions serene yet powerful. The shimmering surface of the water adds a calming element to the scene, reflecting the statues and the verdant trees that line the distant bank.Beckwith’s use of light and shadow, along with his vibrant color palette, emphasizes the interplay of natural beauty and artistic craftsmanship present in the garden of Versailles.
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Sir James Jebusa Shannon was an Anglo-American artist.
Shannon was born in Auburn, New York, and at the age of eight was taken by his parents to Canada. When he was sixteen, he went to England, where he studied at South Kensington, and after three years won the gold medal for figure painting.