Scene at Napanoch

William Hart

Created:

Movement:

1883

Tonalism

key Notes:

Hudson River School, pastoral landscape

Dimensions:

23 1/2 x 33 3/8 in. (59.7 x 84.8 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Expert

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story of the work:

"Scene at Napanoch," painted by William Hart in 1883, depicts a serene landscape characterized by a tranquil river and lush foliage, reflecting the artist's affinity for the natural beauty of the American wilderness. Hart, known for his contributions to the Hudson River School movement, often captured the interplay of light and atmosphere in his works, although specific details regarding the inspiration or location of this particular scene remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"Scene at Napanoch" by William Hart, created in 1883, depicts a serene landscape characterized by a tranquil river bordered by lush greenery and distant hills under a soft, atmospheric sky. The use of oil on canvas allows for rich textures and a harmonious color palette, emphasizing the natural beauty of the scene and the interplay of light and shadow.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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