Boating on the Yerres
1877 Milwaukee Art Museum
About this artwork
This painting depicts three men, including the artist Gustave Caillebotte and his brother René, enjoying a day of rowing on the Yerres River near their family estate in Yerres, France. It captures a moment of modern leisure with a focus on light and reflection.
Did you know?
Gustave Caillebotte was not only a painter but also an avid rower and sailor, often depicting his passion for aquatic sports in his works. 'Boating on the Yerres' captures a typical summer pastime for the Caillebotte family at their estate, offering a glimpse into the leisure activities of the Parisian bourgeoisie during the late 19th century. The painting is notable for its innovative low vantage point, placing the viewer almost at water level, which was a bold compositional choice for its time.
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Boating on the Yerres
Gustave Caillebotte, 1877
