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The Ball on Shipboard by James Tissot
Discover this splendid hand-painted scene of a glamorous party on a grand ship
Immortalizing a sumptuous party held on the deck of a ship, this large naval genre canvas offers a visual spectacle of extraordinary richness. Bearing the title “The Ball on Shipboard”, this masterpiece created by James Tissot shows high society gathered beneath a canopy of multicolored maritime flags. The author combines the documentary precision of seamanship with the refined sophistication of ball gowns.
On the light wooden planks of the sailing ship’s deck, numerous guests in evening suits and ball gowns stroll or converse joyfully. To the right of the foreground, a young woman in a fitted white dress trimmed with black ribbons stands near the railing, accompanied by an officer in uniform. On the left, a wooden seat accommodates a lady holding a large unfolded black fan. The ceiling of the ship is completely covered by a multitude of flags from all nations, creating a colorful geometric velum saturating the upper section of the image. Diffuse light gently illuminates each group of dancers.
James Tissot displays unmatched talent in organizing a complex composition populated by dozens of expressive figures. The faithful rendering of rigging, draperies, and heraldic emblems confirms the unmatched technical perfection of his oil painting.
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PAINTING :
- Oil painting reproduction made by hand on a coton canvas.
- The choice of the formats is possible from the options of the article with the possibility of ordering your custom format.
- The delay for the making of the reproduction is about 3 or 4 weeks but this delay can be extended by the painter if necessary.
- Shipping time are approximately 10 to 15 business days by NORMAL delivery and 5 to 6 business days by EXPRESS delivery.













