Ingenio, San Martín, Cuba

Charles Dewolf Brownell

Created:
Movement:
1866
Realism
key Notes:
Sugar plantation landscape, 19th-century Cuban scenery
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Dimensions:
10 1/16 × 13 3/4 in. (25.5 × 35 cm)
medium:
Oil on academy board
Difficulty:
Expert
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Charles DeWolf Brownell: "Ingenio, San Martín, Cuba" (1866)

The painting "Ingenio, San Martín, Cuba" by Charles DeWolf Brownell, created in 1866, is an exemplary work of 19th-century American landscape painting. Executed in oil on academy board, the piece captures the lush and vibrant scenery of Cuba, reflecting Brownell's keen interest in the natural world and his travels. Brownell, an American artist born in 1822, was known for his detailed and atmospheric landscapes, often depicting scenes from his extensive travels in the Caribbean and South America. This particular work is significant for its depiction of the Cuban sugar industry, providing a visual record of the region's economic and cultural landscape during that period. Brownell's ability to convey the interplay of light and shadow in tropical environments is a testament to his skill and contributes to the historical understanding of 19th-century American art. His works are appreciated for their meticulous attention to detail and their role in documenting the diverse landscapes encountered by American artists abroad.

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Ingenio, San Martín, Cuba by Charles DeWolf Brownell

Created in 1866, "Ingenio, San Martín, Cuba" by Charles DeWolf Brownell is an oil painting on academy board that captures the lush landscape and architectural elements of a Cuban sugar plantation. The work reflects the artist's detailed and realistic style, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow in a tropical setting.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Ingenio, San Martín, Cuba