Spanish Peaks, Southern Colorado, Late Afternoon

Samuel Colman

Created:
Movement:
1887
Realism
key Notes:
Mountainous Landscape, Golden Light
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Dimensions:
31 1/8 x 72 1/4in. (79.1 x 183.5cm) Framed: 40 1/16 x 81 1/8 x 4 5/16 in. (101.8 x 206 x 11 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Spanish Peaks, Southern Colorado, Late Afternoon by Samuel Colman

Spanish Peaks, Southern Colorado, Late Afternoon, painted in 1887 by Samuel Colman, is an exemplary work of the American landscape tradition, rendered in oil on canvas. Colman, a prominent figure of the Hudson River School, is known for his detailed and atmospheric landscapes that capture the sublime beauty of the American wilderness. This painting reflects Colman's adept use of light and shadow to convey the serene yet majestic presence of the Spanish Peaks in Colorado. The work is significant for its contribution to the appreciation of the American West during a period of rapid expansion and exploration. Colman's artistic career was marked by his travels and his role as a founding member of the American Watercolor Society, which influenced his approach to capturing natural scenes. His works continue to be celebrated for their technical precision and evocative portrayal of the natural world.

Description of the work:

Spanish Peaks, Southern Colorado, Late Afternoon by Samuel Colman

Created in 1887, Samuel Colman's "Spanish Peaks, Southern Colorado, Late Afternoon" is an oil on canvas painting that captures the serene landscape of the Spanish Peaks with a focus on light and atmospheric effects typical of the Hudson River School style. The artwork reflects Colman's mastery in depicting the vastness and tranquility of the American West during the late 19th century.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Spanish Peaks, Southern Colorado, Late Afternoon