Storm King on the Hudson

Samuel Colman

Created:

Movement:

1866

Tonalism

key Notes:

Luminous Landscape, Romantic Naturalism

Dimensions:

36 x 60 1/4 in. (91.4 x 152.7 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Storm King on the Hudson," painted by Samuel Colman in 1866, exemplifies the Hudson River School's emphasis on the sublime beauty of American landscapes, particularly the dramatic interplay of light and atmosphere. The work reflects Colman's engagement with the natural environment and his role in promoting the aesthetic values of the American Romantic movement, contributing to the broader cultural appreciation of the Hudson River region.

Description of the work:

"Storm King on the Hudson," painted by Samuel Colman in 1866, depicts a dramatic landscape characterized by a tumultuous sky filled with dark, swirling clouds that suggest an impending storm. The composition features the Hudson River, flanked by rugged mountains, with a dynamic interplay of light and shadow that enhances the atmospheric tension and evokes the sublime qualities of the American landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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