Rhode Island Pasture
Johannes Adam Simon Oertel
key Notes:
Pastoral Landscape, Tranquil Serenity
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medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"Rhode Island Pasture," painted by Johannes Adam Simon Oertel in 1860, exemplifies the artist's engagement with American pastoral themes, reflecting the serene rural landscapes of New England. The work is notable for its detailed depiction of the natural environment and its contribution to the 19th-century American art movement that emphasized the beauty of the American landscape.
Description of the work:
"Rhode Island Pasture," painted by Johannes Adam Simon Oertel, depicts a serene rural landscape characterized by lush green pastures and a gentle rolling topography. The composition is enhanced by a soft, atmospheric quality, achieved through a harmonious palette of greens and earth tones, which effectively conveys the tranquility of the pastoral scene.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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