Bouquet Valley, Adirondack Mountains

William Trost Richards

Created:
Movement:
1877
Realism
key Notes:
Luminous landscape, Adirondack realism
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Dimensions:
23 x 37 in. (58.4 x 94 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Bouquet Valley, Adirondack Mountains," painted by William Trost Richards in 1877, exemplifies the artist's commitment to capturing the natural beauty of the American landscape through meticulous detail and vibrant color. The work reflects the influence of the Hudson River School and the growing appreciation for the American wilderness during the late 19th century, although specific details regarding its exhibition history or provenance are not well-documented.

Description of the work:

"Bouquet Valley, Adirondack Mountains" by William Trost Richards, created in 1877, depicts a serene landscape characterized by a lush valley framed by rugged mountains, rendered in a naturalistic style. The painting employs a rich palette of greens and blues, with meticulous attention to light and shadow, capturing the tranquil beauty of the Adirondack wilderness.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Bouquet Valley, Adirondack Mountains