Landscape (1895)

Ralph Albert Blakelock

Created:
Movement:
1895
Tonalism
key Notes:
Moody Atmosphere, Tonalism
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Dimensions:
27 x 37 3/8 in. (68.6 x 94.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Landscape" by Ralph Albert Blakelock, created in 1895, exemplifies the artist's fascination with the American wilderness and his mastery of atmospheric effects. The painting reflects Blakelock's signature style, characterized by rich, dark tones and a focus on the interplay of light and shadow, although specific details about its provenance and exhibition history remain largely unknown.

Description of the work:

Ralph Albert Blakelock's "Landscape," created in 1895, features a serene natural scene characterized by a rich, atmospheric quality achieved through the use of deep, moody colors and expressive brushwork. The composition is dominated by a tranquil interplay of light and shadow, highlighting the artist's mastery of capturing the essence of the American wilderness.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Landscape (1895)