Created:
Movement:
1855
Realism
key Notes:
Pastoral Landscape, Tranquil Atmosphere
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Dimensions:
10 1/8 x 14 1/4 in. (25.7 x 36.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Edge of a Wood," created by Théodore Caruelle d'Aligny in 1855, exemplifies the artist's interest in capturing the interplay of light and nature, characteristic of the Barbizon School. The painting reflects the Romantic movement's emphasis on the beauty of the natural landscape, although specific details regarding its exhibition history or provenance remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"Edge of a Wood" by Théodore Caruelle d'Aligny, created in 1855, depicts a serene woodland scene characterized by a lush interplay of light and shadow among the trees, with a soft, atmospheric quality that evokes a sense of tranquility. The artist employs a rich palette of greens and browns, skillfully capturing the textures of foliage and the dappled sunlight filtering through the branches, inviting viewers into the natural landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Edge of a Wood