Night Scene, Rotterdam

Johan Barthold Jongkind

Created:
Movement:
1870
Impressionism
key Notes:
Atmospheric urban landscape, luminous twilight.
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Dimensions:
20 1/8 x 25 1/4 in. (51.1 x 64.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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Night Scene, Rotterdam by Johan Barthold Jongkind

Night Scene, Rotterdam, painted in 1870 by Johan Barthold Jongkind, is an exemplary work of the artist's adept use of oil on canvas to capture the atmospheric effects of light and shadow. Jongkind, a Dutch painter, is often credited with influencing the Impressionist movement, particularly through his innovative approach to depicting natural light and urban landscapes. This painting reflects his fascination with the interplay of artificial and natural illumination, a theme that resonated with the burgeoning modernity of the late 19th century. Jongkind's work is characterized by a loose brushwork and a keen attention to the transient effects of weather and time, elements that are evident in this nocturnal scene. His contributions to art were recognized by contemporaries such as Claude Monet, who regarded Jongkind as a pivotal figure in his own artistic development. The painting not only showcases Jongkind's technical skill but also serves as a historical document of Rotterdam's urban environment during this period.

Description of the work:

Night Scene, Rotterdam by Johan Barthold Jongkind

Created in 1870, "Night Scene, Rotterdam" by Johan Barthold Jongkind is an oil on canvas painting that captures the atmospheric effects of moonlight on the bustling port city. The artwork exemplifies Jongkind's Impressionist style, characterized by loose brushwork and a focus on capturing transient light and mood.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Night Scene, Rotterdam