Fischl, Eric

ERIC FISCHL Kids at the beach, 1986

$600.00
Sku: YY6380
Artist: Eric Fischl
Title: Kids at the beach
Year: 1986
Signed: No
Medium: Offset Lithograph
Paper Size: 49.5 x 35 inches ( 125.73 x 88.9 cm )
Image Size: 40.75 x 31 inches ( 103.505 x 78.74 cm )
Edition Size: Unknown
Framed: No
Condition: A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling

Additional Details: This evocative poster by Eric Fischl, created for the Whitney Museum, features a serene and introspective scene of two children playing in the sand on a sunlit beach. Fischl, known for his ability to capture the complexities of human experience, brings a sense of both innocence and nostalgia to this artwork. In the foreground, the two children are depicted in a moment of carefree play, their figures detailed with a sense of realism that is characteristic of Fischl's work. The sand, rendered with meticulous attention to texture and light, forms the canvas of their imaginative play, while the expansive beach stretches out towards a distant horizon. The children’s postures and expressions convey a sense of engagement and curiosity, inviting the viewer to reflect on the simplicity and joy of childhood. The background of the poster is a study in subtle contrasts, with the vast, open sky meeting the calm, undulating waves of the ocean. Fischl's use of light and shadow creates a dynamic interplay between the figures and their surroundings, enhancing the depth and realism of the scene. The muted, natural color palette evokes the warmth and tranquility of a summer's day, while the detailed rendering of the sand and sea adds a tactile quality to the piece. The poster, produced for the Whitney Museum, not only serves as a beautiful visual representation of Fischl’s artistic style but also reflects the museum’s commitment to showcasing thought-provoking and emotionally resonant works. The scene of the children on the beach captures a fleeting moment of time, yet it resonates with universal themes of play, exploration, and the passage of time.