Assouan, Egypt

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
"Egyptian Landscape" and "Impressionistic Color Palette."
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Dimensions:
30 x 40 1/4 in. (76.2 x 102.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Assouan, Egypt," painted by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, reflects the artist's engagement with the landscape and culture of Egypt during his travels. The work is notable for its vibrant color palette and impressionistic style, which exemplifies Ross's broader contributions to American art and his role in the Boston School of painting.

Description of the work:

"Assouan, Egypt" by Denman Waldo Ross is characterized by its vibrant color palette and dynamic brushwork, which effectively capture the essence of the Egyptian landscape. The composition features a harmonious interplay of light and shadow, emphasizing the natural forms and architectural elements typical of the region.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Assouan, Egypt