Contains nudity
Figure Studies
Salutat
Thomas Eakins
A powerful moment of triumph and athletic grace captured in Thomas Eakins' masterful realist style.
Between Rounds
Thomas Eakins
1898 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A gritty and masterful scene of a boxer catching his breath between rounds, captured with Thomas Eakins' renowned psychological realism.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1898, 'Between Rounds' is one of Thomas Eakins' most celebrated sporting scenes. The work captures a quiet moment of tension at Philadelphia's Arena, showcasing Eakins' commitment to anatomical accuracy and his ability to elevate athletic subjects into the realm of classical art. The composition balances the weary vulnerability of the fighter with the dense, atmospheric presence of the surrounding crowd.
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