Tennis (triptych, centre panel)
- Artist
- Eric Ravilious
- Date
- 1930
- Style
- Magic realism
- Genre
- Genre painting
The painting titled Tennis (triptych, centre panel) exemplifies the skills of a master artist working within the genre painting tradition, capturing a lively tennis match with meticulous attention to detail. While primarily rooted in realism, subtle elements evoke a sense of Magic realism, blending fantastical details with everyday scenes to heighten visual intrigue. The composition’s triptych format emphasizes the dynamic movement of the players, inviting viewers into a narrative that balances Surrealist undertones and tangible reality. Overall, the work showcases a harmonious fusion of realism and imaginative elements characteristic of its time.
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