Mountain Brook

Albert Bierstadt

Created:
Movement:
1863
Romanticism
key Notes:
Luminous landscape, Romantic naturalism
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Dimensions:
111.8 × 91.4 cm (44 × 36 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Albert Bierstadt's "Mountain Brook" (1863)

Albert Bierstadt was a prominent 19th-century American painter known for his grandiose landscapes of the American West. "Mountain Brook," created in 1863, exemplifies his mastery in capturing the sublime beauty of nature through the medium of oil on canvas. Bierstadt's work played a significant role in the Hudson River School, an art movement that celebrated the natural beauty of the American landscape. His paintings, including "Mountain Brook," often depicted idealized and dramatic scenes that contributed to the romanticized vision of the American frontier. Bierstadt's ability to convey light and atmosphere in his works helped to elevate landscape painting in the United States during this period. His art not only captured the imagination of his contemporaries but also influenced the perception of the American wilderness as a national treasure.

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Mountain Brook by Albert Bierstadt

Mountain Brook, painted by Albert Bierstadt in 1863, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies the Hudson River School's emphasis on romanticized landscapes and dramatic natural scenery. The painting captures a serene mountain stream, showcasing Bierstadt's meticulous attention to detail and his skillful use of light to enhance the grandeur of the American wilderness.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Mountain Brook