Song of the Waters

Jerome B. Thompson

Created:
Movement:
1870
Realism
key Notes:
Pastoral landscape, Romantic idealism
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Dimensions:
40 x 30in. (101.6 x 76.2cm) Framed: 46 5/8 x 33 11/16 x 1 9/16 in. (118.5 x 85.5 x 4 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Song of the Waters" is a painting by American artist Jerome B. Thompson, created around 1870. Thompson was known for his landscapes and genre scenes that often depicted the American wilderness and rural life. The painting features a serene water scene, likely reflecting Thompson's interest in the natural environment. It is characterized by its use of light and color to evoke a sense of tranquility. The work is part of the 19th-century American art movement that emphasized realism and the beauty of nature. Specific details about the painting's provenance or exhibition history are not widely documented. Thompson's contributions to American art are recognized, but comprehensive biographical information remains limited.

Description of the work:

"Song of the Waters," created by Jerome B. Thompson around 1870, is an oil on canvas painting that depicts a serene landscape featuring a flowing river. The composition is characterized by a harmonious interplay of light and shadow, which enhances the naturalistic representation of the scene. The artist employs a rich palette of greens and blues, evoking a sense of tranquility and connection to nature. Thompson's brushwork is fluid, particularly in the rendering of the water, which reflects the surrounding foliage and sky. The foreground is populated with lush vegetation, while the background features softly rendered hills that recede into the distance. The overall atmosphere of the painting conveys a sense of peace and the beauty of the natural world.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Song of the Waters