Flower Girl in Holland

George Hitchcock

Created:
Movement:
1887
Impressionism
key Notes:
Dutch landscape, vibrant florals
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Dimensions:
79.1 × 147.3 cm (31 1/8 × 58 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Flower Girl in Holland by George Hitchcock

Flower Girl in Holland, painted in 1887 by George Hitchcock, is an exemplary work of the late 19th-century American expatriate art movement. Utilizing oil on canvas, Hitchcock captures the serene beauty of rural Dutch life, a theme prevalent in his oeuvre. The painting reflects Hitchcock's fascination with the interplay of light and color, influenced by the Impressionist movement. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Hitchcock studied at Harvard Law School before pursuing art in Europe, where he became associated with the Hague School. His works often depict the Dutch landscape and its inhabitants, contributing to the cultural exchange between American and European art during this period. Hitchcock's ability to blend realism with impressionistic techniques garnered him significant acclaim in both Europe and the United States.

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Flower Girl in Holland by George Hitchcock (1887)

The painting "Flower Girl in Holland" by George Hitchcock, created in 1887, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies the artist's impressionistic style, characterized by its vibrant use of color and light. The subject depicts a young girl amidst a field of flowers, capturing the pastoral beauty of the Dutch landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Flower Girl in Holland