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The Bay of Naples

The Bay of Naples

The Met

Artist: Auguste Renoir(French, Limoges 1841–1919 Cagnes-sur-Mer)

Date: 1881

Department: European Paintings

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 23 1/2 x 32 in. (59.7 x 81.3 cm)

Credit Line: Bequest of Julia W. Emmons, 1956

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Brief Description

A wide harbor scene with boats, a city, mountains, and figures on a promenade

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The image depicts a wide harbor scene under a hazy, light blue and white sky. In the background, two large, indistinct mountains rise, with the rightmost peak emitting a plume of light grey smoke. The middle ground is dominated by a body of water, likely a sea or bay, rendered in shades of light blue, grey, and white with visible brushstrokes. Numerous boats of various sizes are scattered across the water; many are sailboats with masts and sails, some appearing docked, others in motion. On the far left, a city stretches along the coastline, characterized by clustered buildings and a tall, slender tower. The foreground features a busy promenade or road running parallel to the water. This area contains many small, indistinct figures of people. Several horse-drawn carriages and carts, some laden with goods, are visible on the road. Sparse trees and vegetation line parts of the promenade, which is separated from the water by a low wall. The overall color palette is soft and muted, with predominant blues, greys, and light yellows.

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The Bay of Naples by Auguste Renoir

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