Billerica, Massachusetts

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

c. 1900

Tonalism

key Notes:

Impressionistic Landscape, Suburban Tranquility

Dimensions:

30 x 36 1/4 in. (76.2 x 92.1 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Billerica, Massachusetts," painted by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the American landscape and his interest in color theory and composition. The work reflects the early 20th-century American art movement's shift towards Impressionism, capturing the serene rural environment of Billerica while contributing to Ross's reputation as a significant figure in the Boston School of painting.

Description of the work:

"Billerica, Massachusetts" by Denman Waldo Ross is characterized by its impressionistic style, featuring a harmonious palette of soft greens and blues that evoke the natural landscape. The composition is marked by fluid brushwork and a focus on light, capturing the essence of the rural setting with a sense of tranquility and depth.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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