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George Bingham, Nautical scene
$450.00 USD
Title: George Bingham, ''Nautical Scene''
Artist: George Bingham
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 6.97 x 6.10 inches (17.75 x 15.5 cm)
The painting is signed by the artist in the lower right corner.
Condition Report: The artwork is in very good condition with minimal wear expected from its age and display.
The artwork titled "Nautical Scene" by G. Bingham depicts a captivating port scene featuring boats, a ship, and buildings set before an impending storm. The artist skillfully captures the dynamic atmosphere of the maritime setting, with the ships and boats navigating the waters, and the buildings standing in anticipation of the approaching weather. The use of colors and brushwork creates a sense of movement and drama, as the scene unfolds before the viewer's eyes. The painting offers a glimpse into the life and activity of the port, with the impending storm adding an element of tension and excitement to the composition. Through his masterful technique, G. Bingham transports the viewer to this nautical world, inviting them to experience the maritime scene with all its beauty and drama.
George Caleb Bingham, the renowned American artist, was born on a farm in Augusta County, Virginia, as the second child of Mary and Henry Vest Bingham. After the family moved to Franklin, Missouri, in 1819, George received his initial education from his mother and showed early talent as an artist. At the age of twelve, he became an apprentice to a cabinet maker and later received art tutoring while working at a school. Bingham honed his skills in painting portraits, and by age nineteen, he was able to support himself through his art. In 1838, he established a studio in St. Louis, gaining prominence as a portrait artist. He then pursued formal education in Philadelphia, studying at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, and later spent time in Washington, D.C., painting portraits of prominent politicians.
Artist: George Bingham
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 6.97 x 6.10 inches (17.75 x 15.5 cm)
The painting is signed by the artist in the lower right corner.
Condition Report: The artwork is in very good condition with minimal wear expected from its age and display.
The artwork titled "Nautical Scene" by G. Bingham depicts a captivating port scene featuring boats, a ship, and buildings set before an impending storm. The artist skillfully captures the dynamic atmosphere of the maritime setting, with the ships and boats navigating the waters, and the buildings standing in anticipation of the approaching weather. The use of colors and brushwork creates a sense of movement and drama, as the scene unfolds before the viewer's eyes. The painting offers a glimpse into the life and activity of the port, with the impending storm adding an element of tension and excitement to the composition. Through his masterful technique, G. Bingham transports the viewer to this nautical world, inviting them to experience the maritime scene with all its beauty and drama.
George Caleb Bingham, the renowned American artist, was born on a farm in Augusta County, Virginia, as the second child of Mary and Henry Vest Bingham. After the family moved to Franklin, Missouri, in 1819, George received his initial education from his mother and showed early talent as an artist. At the age of twelve, he became an apprentice to a cabinet maker and later received art tutoring while working at a school. Bingham honed his skills in painting portraits, and by age nineteen, he was able to support himself through his art. In 1838, he established a studio in St. Louis, gaining prominence as a portrait artist. He then pursued formal education in Philadelphia, studying at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, and later spent time in Washington, D.C., painting portraits of prominent politicians.
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