Arrival of the Pardon of Saint Anne at Concarneau
1887 Musée d'Orsay
About this artwork
This large-scale oil painting depicts a religious procession of Breton women in traditional white caps arriving by boat for the Pardon of Saint Anne. It captures a moment of quiet devotion set against the maritime landscape of Concarneau.
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Alfred Guillou was a native of Concarneau and became one of the most prominent painters of the Breton fishing community. His intimate knowledge of the local customs and the maritime life of his hometown allowed him to depict these religious gatherings with great authenticity, bridging the gap between academic tradition and the emerging Naturalist movement of the late 19th century.
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Arrival of the Pardon of Saint Anne at Concarneau
Alfred Guillou, 1887
