Garden Scene with Trees

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
Tonalism
key Notes:
Lush foliage, tranquil composition.
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Dimensions:
30 x 36 1/4 in. (76.2 x 92.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Garden Scene with Trees," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with Impressionist techniques and his interest in the interplay of light and color within natural landscapes. The painting reflects Ross's broader contributions to American art as both a painter and an educator, influencing the development of modern art in the United States through his teaching at Harvard University and his involvement in various art institutions.

Description of the work:

"Garden Scene with Trees" by Denman Waldo Ross features a lush, verdant landscape characterized by a harmonious arrangement of trees and foliage, rendered in a palette of vibrant greens and soft earth tones. The composition is marked by a sense of depth and light, achieved through the interplay of shadow and illumination, which invites the viewer to engage with the tranquil natural setting.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Garden Scene with Trees