Portejoie on the Seine

Charles François Daubigny

Created:
Movement:
1868
Realism
key Notes:
Impressionistic Landscape, Tranquil River Scene
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Dimensions:
9 5/8 x 17 3/8 in. (24.4 x 44.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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Portejoie on the Seine by Charles-François Daubigny

Charles-François Daubigny (1817–1878) was a prominent French landscape painter associated with the Barbizon School, a movement that emphasized naturalistic representation of rural scenes. His painting, Portejoie on the Seine, created in 1868, exemplifies his adept use of oil on wood to capture the serene beauty of the French countryside. Daubigny's work is noted for its influence on the Impressionists, particularly in his innovative approach to light and atmosphere. This painting reflects his preference for plein air painting, a technique that involves painting outdoors to directly capture the effects of light and weather. Daubigny's contributions to landscape painting helped pave the way for the Impressionist movement, as he often depicted scenes with a loose brushwork that emphasized mood over detail. His works remain significant for their role in the transition from traditional landscape painting to the more modern approaches of the late 19th century.

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Portejoie on the Seine by Charles-François Daubigny

Created in 1868, "Portejoie on the Seine" by Charles-François Daubigny is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the Barbizon school's focus on naturalistic landscapes. The artwork captures the serene beauty of the Seine River, reflecting Daubigny's commitment to plein air painting and his influence on the Impressionist movement.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Portejoie on the Seine