Landscape with Tall Grass and Mountains

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
Tonalism
key Notes:
Lush vegetation; Serene mountainous backdrop.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Landscape with Tall Grass and Mountains," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the American landscape tradition, characterized by its vibrant color palette and expressive brushwork. The painting reflects Ross's interest in the interplay of light and nature, contributing to the broader discourse of early 20th-century American Impressionism.

Description of the work:

"Landscape with Tall Grass and Mountains" by Denman Waldo Ross features a serene composition characterized by a foreground of lush, tall grass rendered in vibrant greens and yellows, which contrasts with the distant, softly delineated mountains in muted blues and grays. The painting employs a harmonious color palette and a balanced arrangement, evoking a sense of tranquility and the natural beauty of the landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Landscape with Tall Grass and Mountains