Cloud Study (Distant Storm)

Simon Denis

Created:
Movement:
1806
Romanticism
key Notes:
Atmospheric Observation, Dynamic Sky
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Dimensions:
7 1/2 x 9 7/8 in. (19.1 x 25.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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Cloud Study (Distant Storm) by Simon Denis

Cloud Study (Distant Storm), created in 1806 by Simon Denis, is an exemplary work of early 19th-century landscape painting. Executed in oil on paper, this piece reflects Denis's keen interest in capturing atmospheric conditions and transient effects of light. The painting is significant for its contribution to the plein air movement, which emphasized painting outdoors to achieve a more direct representation of nature. Simon Denis, a Belgian artist, was known for his innovative approach to landscape painting, often focusing on the sky and weather phenomena. His works influenced later artists who sought to depict the natural world with immediacy and authenticity. Denis's studies, such as this one, are valued for their spontaneity and technical skill, marking a transition in landscape art towards realism and naturalism.

Description of the work:

Cloud Study (Distant Storm) by Simon Denis

Created in 1806, "Cloud Study (Distant Storm)" by Simon Denis is an oil on paper artwork that exemplifies the artist's focus on atmospheric effects and natural phenomena. The painting captures the dynamic and transient nature of clouds, showcasing Denis's skill in rendering light and shadow with a keen observational style.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Cloud Study (Distant Storm)