“Remembrance Ball on Board,” created by James Tissot circa 1877, is an oil painting on canvas belonging to the Realism art movement and is categorized as a genre painting. This artwork is currently housed at the Tate Modern in London, United Kingdom.
The artwork captures a serene and intimate moment aboard a ship, where three elegantly dressed women are positioned on its deck. They are adorned in sumptuous Victorian attire, indicative of the high society of the time. The intricate lace and detailed ruffles on their dresses are painted with remarkable precision, adding a sense of texture and luxury. The women are engrossed in their surroundings, perhaps lost in thought as they gaze out over a bustling harbor filled with ships and masts, juxtaposing the serenity of their expressions with the activity of the background. The finely rendered railings, chairs, and architectural details of the ship provide a structured and composed setting, enhancing the overall realism of the scene. The warm, golden light suffusing the artwork imparts a nostalgic and contemplative mood, characteristic of Tissot’s meticulous and evocative style.
