Peace and Plenty

George Inness

Created:
Movement:
1865
Tonalism
key Notes:
Luminous landscape, Pastoral tranquility
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Dimensions:
77 5/8 x 112 3/8 in. (197.2 x 285.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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George Inness: "Peace and Plenty" (1865)

"Peace and Plenty" by George Inness, created in 1865, is an exemplary work of American landscape painting, executed in oil on canvas. This painting reflects Inness's mature style, characterized by a harmonious blend of naturalistic detail and atmospheric effects, which was influenced by the Hudson River School and the Barbizon School. The work is significant for its depiction of post-Civil War optimism, capturing a serene and bountiful landscape that symbolizes national recovery and prosperity. Inness, born in 1825, was a pivotal figure in American art, known for his ability to convey mood and emotion through landscape. His work had a profound impact on the development of American landscape painting, moving it towards a more expressive and less literal interpretation of nature. "Peace and Plenty" remains a testament to Inness's mastery in creating evocative and contemplative scenes that resonate with viewers.

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Peace and Plenty by George Inness (1865)

George Inness's "Peace and Plenty," created in 1865, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Hudson River School's emphasis on pastoral landscapes and the transcendental beauty of nature. The artwork captures a serene rural scene, reflecting the post-Civil War optimism and the American landscape's potential for harmony and prosperity.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Peace and Plenty