On the Beach 1867

"On the Beach" (1867) by Eugène Boudin depicts a bustling scene on a sandy beach with people gathered in groups and several sailing boats visible in the distance. The loose, impressionistic brushstrokes characteristic of Boudin’s style are evident in the depiction of the cloudy sky and the figures on the shore. Boudin, known as the "Painter of the Sea," was a master of capturing the fleeting moods of nature, and this work exemplifies his ability to convey the atmosphere of a seaside resort.