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Singing a Pathetic Song, 1881 (oil on canvas)
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Singing a Pathetic Song, 1881 (oil on canvas)
XOS466400 Singing a Pathetic Song, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Eakins, Thomas Cowperthwait (1844-1916); 114.3 x 81.8 cm; Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington D.C. USA; Museum Purchase, Gallery Fund; American, out of copyright
Media ID 12808923
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1880s Cellist Cello Melancholy Performer Performers Performing Piano Piano Player Salon Sing Singing Song Upper Class Cello Player
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In this oil painting titled "Singing a Pathetic Song" by Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins, we are transported to the elegant setting of a Victorian salon. The scene is filled with melancholy as a female singer stands at the center, pouring her heart out through her sorrowful voice. With eyes closed and hands clasped together in deep emotion, she captivates both the audience and our imagination. The room is adorned with opulent furnishings, including an intricately designed piano where a pianist accompanies her mournful melody. A cellist adds depth to the performance, their instrument resonating with haunting beauty. The atmosphere is palpable; you can almost hear the hushed whispers and feel the weight of sadness that hangs in the air. Eakins masterfully captures not only the physical appearance but also the emotional essence of each character present. Through his skilled brushwork and attention to detail, he transports us back in time to witness this poignant moment frozen forever on canvas. This painting serves as a reminder of how music has always been intertwined with human emotions - capable of evoking joy or plunging us into depths of despair. It invites us to reflect on our own experiences with music's power to heal or express our innermost feelings. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded once again that art has an incredible ability to transcend time and connect us deeply with humanity's shared experiences throughout history.
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