Landscape with Church and Figures

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

c. 1900

Tonalism

key Notes:

Pastoral tranquility, Harmonious composition.

Dimensions:

24 x 30 1/4 in. (61 x 76.8 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Landscape with Church and Figures," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the American Impressionist movement, characterized by its vibrant color palette and loose brushwork. The painting reflects Ross's interest in capturing the interplay of light and atmosphere in rural settings, contributing to the broader discourse on American landscape painting during the early 20th century.

Description of the work:

"Landscape with Church and Figures" by Denman Waldo Ross features a serene pastoral scene characterized by a harmonious interplay of light and shadow, with a prominent church structure set against a backdrop of rolling hills. The composition is enriched by the presence of figures engaged in various activities, which contribute to the overall sense of tranquility and community within the landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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