Landscape with Water and Mountain

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

c. 1900

Tonalism

key Notes:

Serene naturalism, harmonious color palette.

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Landscape with Water and Mountain," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the American Impressionist movement, characterized by its vibrant color palette and emphasis on natural light. The painting reflects Ross's interest in the interplay between landscape and abstraction, contributing to the broader discourse on American landscape painting during the early 20th century.

Description of the work:

"Landscape with Water and Mountain" by Denman Waldo Ross features a harmonious composition characterized by a serene interplay of natural elements, including a reflective body of water and a prominent mountain range. The painting employs a palette of soft, muted colors, effectively conveying a sense of tranquility and the subtleties of light within the landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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