The origin of the world by Gustave Courbet luxury

The origin of the world by Gustave Courbet luxuryThe completely naked torso of a woman with exposed genitalia is the subject matter of this realism painting in oil, "The Origin of the World" by 19th century Gustave Courbet. Notions of an erotic nature are underplayed by the lifelike detail of the flesh and exposed regions and the simple laid back posture of the female. The high detail and lighting, and the application of flesh coloured pigment create a stunning work with multiple themes and

The vivid blue of Hylas toga contrasts the creamy white and radiant flesh of the nymphs who beckon him into the pond

which is why the subject appealed to me

The angel is child-like and looks upwards speaking perhaps in whispers rendered in browns and creams with a dark background

Silver Pink Beach Tree

bright scarlet poppies

The pale blue sky and sandy shore are depicted in washed out colours and contrast the dark clothing of the female gatherers

The creamy white sails of the boats in "Regatta at Argenteuil" by Monet stand out against the pale blue and partly luminescent sky with sails reflected on the water with an incredibly lifelike effect in this Post-Impressionist master work

The high detail of the wrapping dress with red sash

The naked beauty of "Venus Rising" is on full display with the goddess standing on an outcrop of rock washed by sea with the blue ocean all around

The stunning application of browns and oranges

It is the bright green of the grass and the uniformity of the figures of people that give the painting a stunning appeal both aesthetically and thematically

This naturalist painting from the 19th century is so incredibly detailed with lighting that evokes a landscape scene of true aesthetic realism and beauty