Name: Children of the Sea - Jozef Israëls by Accessible Art
Brand: Art Heroes
SKU: GB1797036M13S90x45
Price: 143 EUR
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About "Children of the Sea - Jozef Israëls"

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Jozef Israëls, a prominent member of the Hague School, is known for his signature piece, "Children of the Sea." His art, which concentrated on the straightforward, frequently challenging life of Dutch fishing towns, is encapsulated in this moving and atmospheric painting.

A small group of peasant kids are shown wading in the North Sea's placid, shallow waves. As the others watch, one clutching a stick and another examining a little, shoddy toy sailboat, an older youngster carries a younger one on their back. The children's figures are depicted with a great deal of empathy and realism, and they are dressed simply and in worn-out attire.
Israëls was an expert in expressing atmosphere and mood. He effectively captures the gentle, diffused light of the Dutch coast with a subdued color scheme that is characterized by earthy browns, grays, and silvery blues. The tiny individuals are dwarfed by the huge, empty sky and water, which conveys a sense of vulnerability and innocence.

The painting is more than just a pretty genre scene; it is a deep and melancholy reflection on the struggles of poverty and the delicate relationship between fishermen and the sea, which serves as both a source of sustenance and a possible source of disaster. The adult life of work and tragedy that awaits the kids casts a shadow on their innocent play.

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Accessible Art is an online shop that is dedicated to making art accessible to everyone without compromising on quality. We offer affordable and high-quality art pieces that have been digitally restored, upscaled, and improved. You can find our curated selection of art on various platforms, including Artheroes.com... Read more…

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Netherlands

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Netherlands

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Netherlands

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Germany

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Netherlands

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Germany

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Cora Verwoerd -Meijer

Netherlands

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Germany

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Christina P.

Germany

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Robert M.

Germany

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Netherlands		+ 1 business day
Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany		+ 2 business days
Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Poland		+ 3 business days
Estonia, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden		+ 4 business days
Denmark		+ 5 business days
Finland		+ 6 business days

How will the package be sent?

We work with several carriers. Couriers can also be used for large or fragile packages.

Canvas are securely packed in plastic bubble wrap and cardboard. Wallpaper and posters are sent in sturdy tubes.

Not at home? Then the delivery driver will leave a note and an appointment can be made to schedule a new delivery.

I want to express my order. Is this possible?

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