Growing Up in the Company of Women II (1986) by Eric Fischl

Growing Up in the Company of Women II - Eric Fischl - 1986

Artwork Information

TitleGrowing Up in the Company of Women II
ArtistEric Fischl
Date1986
Art MovementContemporary Realism

About Growing Up in the Company of Women II

“Growing Up in the Company of Women II,” created by Eric Fischl in 1986, is a work of Contemporary Realism, classified as a nude painting (nu). It forms part of the series “Growing Up in the Company of Women.”

The artwork depicts a serene outdoor scene, composed of three distinct yet intertwined panels. The central panel features a young boy poised on the grass, dressed only in shorts, which evokes a sense of innocence and freedom. His gaze is directed towards an unseen point, suggesting curiosity or anticipation. Another panel, positioned on the viewer’s left, introduces a Dalmatian dog that appears animated and dynamic, which adds a layer of exuberance to the composition. In the background of the same panel, a nude figure of a woman stands, surrounded by lush greenery and a distant building with a soft, purple hue, which contrasts yet harmonizes with the natural tones of the scene. The setting is rich with verdant trees and foliage, enhancing the sense of a tranquil, sunny day in a suburban or rural environment. Through this multi-faceted composition, Fischl explores themes of youth, nature, and the human form within a familiar landscape.

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