Street Scene with Building

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
Fauvism
key Notes:
Urban landscape, Impressionistic light.
Share:
ArtHistory.GG social media icon
ArtHistory.GG social media icon
ArtHistory.GG social media icon
ArtHistory.GG social media icon
Dimensions:
16x12"
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Street Scene with Building," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with urban landscapes and his interest in the interplay of light and color. The painting reflects the broader American art movement of the early 20th century, which sought to capture the dynamism of modern life through innovative compositional techniques and a focus on everyday scenes.

Description of the work:

"Street Scene with Building" by Denman Waldo Ross features a vibrant urban landscape characterized by a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. The composition is marked by a harmonious color palette and a structured arrangement of architectural elements, reflecting the artist's interest in both form and the depiction of everyday life.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

Could this content be improved?

Please let us know and we will be happy to correct it. We have put a ton of effort into collating and organizing all of this.
We may follow up with questions.
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Street Scene with Building