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Out of the Game (oil on canvas)
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Out of the Game (oil on canvas)
CH466683 Out of the Game (oil on canvas) by Geoffroy, Henri Jules Jean (1853-1924); 71.1x58.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: hors-concours; ); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22371048
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Cute Dishevelled Excluded Exclusion Hands In Pockets Leaning Melancholy Outcast Scruffy Sulking Waiting Left Out Sheepish
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Out of the Game - A Melancholic Portrait of Exclusion
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. This oil on canvas painting, titled "Out of the Game" by Henri Jules Jean Geoffroy, evokes a sense of melancholy and isolation. The disheveled young boy stands alone in a street, his scruffy appearance and sheepish expression revealing his outcast status. With hands in pockets and leaning against a basket, he exudes an air of waiting and resignation. The artist's masterful brushstrokes capture every detail, from the child's tousled hair to his sulking posture. The full-length portrait emphasizes his exclusion from society as he is left out of whatever game or activity may be taking place nearby. Set against an outdoor backdrop, this 20th-century artwork portrays the poignant emotions experienced by those who feel marginalized. The boy's sad eyes reflect a deep longing for acceptance and connection. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the composition while highlighting the child's features. Despite his circumstances, there is something undeniably cute about him that tugs at our heartstrings. "Hors concours" denotes that this piece was exhibited outside competition due to its exceptional quality or previous recognition. It further enhances our appreciation for this remarkable painting. Bridgeman Images has preserved this timeless work through their print collection, allowing us to delve into its emotional narrative once more.
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