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Circus Sideshow
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Circus Sideshow

$425.00
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Product Details
  • Giclee print on archival quality Fredrix canvas
  • Stretched on sustainably sourced Appalachian Poplar hardwood
  • Hand embellished with clear gesso to add depth and dimensionality to this premium reproduction print.
  • Luxuriously framed in premium, imported resin frames available in three finishes
  • Kraft paper dust cover is included at no additional charge
  • Wire hanger and hanging hardware are included at no additional charge so you can hang your new Canvas Classics right away
  • Always Made in the USA, in our own studio in North Florida
When will I get my order?

At Canvas Classics all of our artwork is made to order and to your specifications. Please allow our artisans and framers 2-3 business days to produce and ship. We will email you with tracking information at time of shipping.

Artwork History

Circus Sideshow (Parade de Cirque) – Georges Seurat, 1887-1888

Framed Canvas Reproduction

This captivating framed canvas reproduction of Georges Seurat’s Circus Sideshow has undergone meticulous digital restoration, unlocking an astonishing clarity and vibrant fidelity that is truly unparalleled. The process has revived the subtle luminosity of the gaslight and the exquisite definition of every individual Pointillist dot with precision, ensuring the painting's intended visual vibration and atmospheric depth are perfectly realized. This meticulous attention ensures this masterpiece comes to life on canvas with breathtaking authenticity, offering a truly stunning physical experience that preserves the original, compelling brilliance and intricate texture of Seurat's groundbreaking work.

In Circus Sideshow, Georges Seurat, the pioneering master of Neo-Impressionism, offers a unique and contemplative glimpse into the world of popular entertainment. Painted between 1887 and 1888, this groundbreaking work marks a significant departure from his earlier sunlit landscapes, exploring the artificial light of the nocturnal urban environment and the detached observation of figures. It depicts the entrance of a circus troupe, performing outside under gas lamps to entice an audience, a common sight on the Parisian boulevards.

The canvas is a shimmering mosaic of meticulously applied dots, creating a luminous effect that pervades the entire scene. The performers on the illuminated stage, including musicians and an enigmatic ringmaster, are rendered with a striking stillness and formality, almost like figures in a frieze. The subtle yellow and orange hues of the gaslight cast a warm glow, contrasting with the cool blues and greens that define the audience and the surrounding darkness. Seurat's precise application of color and his geometric composition imbue the scene with a sense of quiet anticipation and a poignant melancholy, transforming a bustling sideshow into a timeless meditation on public performance and anonymity.

This premium framed canvas reproduction powerfully conveys the dazzling brilliance and profound atmospheric quality of Seurat's original, now with an enhanced clarity that brings every intricate detail to life. It is an exceptional statement piece for any sophisticated living space, a focal point that offers both visual splendor and a captivating glimpse into Belle Époque Parisian leisure, perfectly suiting modern, eclectic, or artistically profound decor styles.

Art Movement: Neo-Impressionism / Pointillism / Divisionism

Materials + Care

Canvas Classics uses premium materials at every step of production so that your artwork will last a lifetime with appropriate care.

Archival quality Fredrix canvas, sustainably sourced Appalachian poplar stretcher frames, and premium, imported resin moulding set us apart from other reproduction artwork.

Care for your artwork by dusting with a dry cloth. If need be, use a cloth dampened with water for more serious spills. Do NOT use any type of cleaning agent on the frame or print.

Shipping + Returns

Free Shipping to the continental United States.

We strive to produce and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.

Because all items are made to order, please allow 2-3 business days for your new artwork to ship. We will send you an email with tracking information once artwork ships.

Satisfaction guaranteed. If at any point within the first 30 days of receiving your artwork, you are not fully satisfied, let us know and we'll send you a return label for the original box you received your artwork in.

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Made to order, by American artisans in North Florida.

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