Spring Landscape

Thomas Doughty

Created:

Movement:

1856

Romanticism

key Notes:

Pastoral tranquility, Luminous foliage

Dimensions:

44 x 62 in. (111.8 x 157.5 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Expert

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story of the work:

"Spring Landscape," created by Thomas Doughty in 1856, exemplifies the artist's mastery in capturing the serene beauty of the American landscape, reflecting the Romantic ideals of nature prevalent during that period. Doughty, known as one of the early American landscape painters, often depicted scenes that emphasized the harmony between humanity and the natural world, although specific details regarding the inspiration or location of this particular work remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"Spring Landscape" by Thomas Doughty, created in 1856, features a serene depiction of a verdant landscape characterized by lush greenery and a tranquil waterway that reflects the surrounding flora. The composition is enhanced by a soft, atmospheric quality, achieved through Doughty's use of light and color, which evokes a sense of calm and the renewal associated with spring.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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