Highland Light, North Truro

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

c. 1900

Tonalism

key Notes:

Luminous Landscape, Coastal Serenity

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:

"Highland Light, North Truro," painted by Denman Waldo Ross in 1905, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the Impressionist style, capturing the interplay of light and color in the coastal landscape of Cape Cod. The work reflects Ross's broader contributions to American art as a member of the Boston School, emphasizing the significance of natural light and atmospheric effects in his depictions of the New England landscape.

Description of the work:

"Highland Light, North Truro" by Denman Waldo Ross is characterized by its vibrant color palette and dynamic brushwork, which effectively capture the interplay of light and shadow across the coastal landscape. The composition features a prominent lighthouse set against a backdrop of rolling dunes and a dramatic sky, emphasizing the natural beauty of the Cape Cod region.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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