Tennis at Newport
1919 Metropolitan Museum of Art
About this artwork
This oil on canvas painting depicts a social gathering of well-dressed figures at a tennis event in Newport, Rhode Island, characterized by dappled sunlight. It is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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George Bellows was famous for his gritty portrayals of urban life, but this painting showcases his masterful ability to capture the leisure activities of the American elite. The scene reflects the post-WWI era's focus on social elegance, rendered with a light-filled, spontaneous style that contrasts sharply with his darker, more muscular compositions like his famous boxing scenes.
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Tennis at Newport
George Bellows, 1919
