Morning, An Overcast Day, Rouen

Camille Pissarro

Created:
Movement:
1896
Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionist urban landscape, atmospheric light.
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Dimensions:
21 3/8 x 25 5/8 in. (54.3 x 65.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Camille Pissarro's "Morning, An Overcast Day, Rouen" (1896)

Camille Pissarro's "Morning, An Overcast Day, Rouen," painted in 1896, exemplifies the artist's mature Impressionist style, characterized by its nuanced depiction of light and atmosphere. This oil on canvas work captures the industrial landscape of Rouen, a subject Pissarro revisited multiple times, reflecting his interest in urban scenes and modernity. Pissarro's technique of using short, broken brushstrokes effectively conveys the overcast sky and the bustling activity of the city, demonstrating his mastery in portraying transient effects of weather and light. As a leading figure in the Impressionist movement, Pissarro's work significantly influenced his contemporaries, including Paul Cézanne and Claude Monet. His commitment to painting en plein air and his exploration of urban themes contributed to the evolution of modern art. Pissarro's Rouen series, including this painting, underscores his role in bridging the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist movements, highlighting his enduring impact on the trajectory of art history.

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Morning, An Overcast Day, Rouen by Camille Pissarro

Created in 1896, Camille Pissarro's "Morning, An Overcast Day, Rouen" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Impressionist style through its loose brushwork and focus on atmospheric effects. The artwork captures the industrial landscape of Rouen, France, under a muted, overcast sky, highlighting Pissarro's interest in urban scenes and changing weather conditions.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Morning, An Overcast Day, Rouen