Figures on the Beach
Denman Waldo Ross
key Notes:
Coastal Leisure, Vibrant Color Palette
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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:
"Figures on the Beach," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's interest in the interplay of light and color, characteristic of American Impressionism. The painting reflects Ross's engagement with modernist themes and his influence on the Boston art scene, where he was a prominent educator and advocate for contemporary art practices.
Description of the work:
"Figures on the Beach" by Denman Waldo Ross features a composition characterized by a harmonious interplay of figures and the natural landscape, rendered in a palette of soft, muted colors. The painting captures the essence of leisure and tranquility, with the figures positioned against a backdrop of gentle waves and a serene sky, emphasizing the relationship between humanity and nature.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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