Evening: Landscape with an Aqueduct

Théodore Gericault

Created:
Movement:
1818
Romanticism
key Notes:
Romanticism, Dramatic Sky
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Dimensions:
98 1/2 x 86 1/2 in. (250.2 x 219.7 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Theodore Gericault's "Evening: Landscape with an Aqueduct" (1818)

Theodore Gericault, a pivotal figure in the Romantic movement, created "Evening: Landscape with an Aqueduct" in 1818 using oil on canvas. This work exemplifies Gericault's fascination with dramatic landscapes and his ability to convey emotion through natural settings. The painting reflects the Romantic era's emphasis on the sublime and the power of nature, themes that were central to Gericault's oeuvre. Gericault's innovative approach to composition and his dynamic use of light and shadow influenced subsequent generations of artists. His work often explored the tension between human civilization and the natural world, a theme evident in the juxtaposition of the aqueduct against the expansive landscape. As an artist, Gericault is best known for his masterpiece "The Raft of the Medusa," which solidified his reputation as a leading Romantic painter.

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Evening: Landscape with an Aqueduct by Théodore Géricault

Created in 1818, "Evening: Landscape with an Aqueduct" by Théodore Géricault is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Romantic style through its dramatic use of light and atmospheric effects. The artwork depicts a serene landscape dominated by an aqueduct, showcasing Géricault's interest in the sublime and the power of nature.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Evening: Landscape with an Aqueduct