The Fishermen (Fantastic Scene)

Paul Cézanne (French) ca. 1875 At the 1877 Impressionist exhibition, the critic Georges Rivière was captivated by this painting, describing it as "strikingly majestic and extraordinarily calm." He believed that the scene unfolded within Cézanne's memory as he reminisced about his life. The composition presents a composite image of fishermen and elegantly dressed strollers on a sunlit shore, drawing inspiration from Manet and Monet's paintings depicting outdoor leisure during the 1860s. Cézanne's work also pays homage to the pastoral traditions found in the works of Italian painters such as Giorgione, Titian, and Veronese, which he deeply admired. The painting combines elements of contemporary life with echoes of historical art, creating a harmonious and serene atmosphere. Make a statement in any room with this framed poster, printed on thick matte paper. The matte frame that's made from wood from renewable forests adds an extra touch of class. • Ayous wood .75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame