Landscape with Trees and Figures

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

c. 1900

Tonalism

key Notes:

Impressionistic foliage, Harmonious human interaction.

Dimensions:

30 x 36 1/4 in. (76.2 x 92.1 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Landscape with Trees 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 the interplay of light and nature, contributing to the broader discourse on landscape representation in early 20th-century American art.

Description of the work:

"Landscape with Trees and Figures" by Denman Waldo Ross features a harmonious composition characterized by a verdant landscape populated with stylized trees and human figures. The use of color is notable for its vibrant palette, which enhances the sense of depth and atmosphere within the scene, while the brushwork reflects an impressionistic approach to capturing light and form.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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