Landscape Study with Clouds

Thomas Cole

Created:
Movement:
1843
Romanticism
key Notes:
Hudson River School, Atmospheric Perspective
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Dimensions:
8 3/4 × 10 7/8 in. (22.2 × 27.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on paper laid down on canvas
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Thomas Cole's "Landscape Study with Clouds" (1843)

Thomas Cole, a pivotal figure in American art, is renowned for his role in founding the Hudson River School, an art movement celebrated for its romantic portrayal of the American landscape. "Landscape Study with Clouds," created in 1843, exemplifies Cole's mastery in capturing the sublime beauty of nature through the medium of oil on paper laid down on canvas. This work reflects Cole's deep appreciation for the natural world and his ability to convey the transient effects of light and atmosphere. The painting's focus on clouds highlights Cole's interest in the ephemeral and dynamic aspects of the landscape, a theme prevalent in his oeuvre. As an influential artist of the 19th century, Cole's work not only shaped the course of American landscape painting but also inspired future generations to explore the intersection of art and nature.

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Landscape Study with Clouds by Thomas Cole

Created in 1843, "Landscape Study with Clouds" by Thomas Cole is an oil painting on paper laid down on canvas, exemplifying the Hudson River School's emphasis on natural beauty and atmospheric effects. The artwork captures a serene sky filled with dynamic cloud formations, reflecting Cole's mastery in portraying the sublime aspects of the American landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Landscape Study with Clouds