The Bell Tower at Bazancourt

Camille Pissarro

Created:
Movement:
1884
Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionistic landscape, rural tranquility.
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Dimensions:
25 1/4 x 32 1/4 in. (64.1 x 81.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"The Bell Tower at Bazancourt," painted by Camille Pissarro in 1884, exemplifies the artist's engagement with rural landscapes and his interest in capturing the effects of light and atmosphere. This work reflects Pissarro's Impressionist style, characterized by loose brushwork and a focus on the interplay between natural elements and architectural forms, contributing to the broader movement's exploration of modern life in late 19th-century France.

Description of the work:

"The Bell Tower at Bazancourt," painted by Camille Pissarro in 1898, depicts a rural landscape featuring a prominent bell tower set against a backdrop of trees and fields, rendered in Pissarro's characteristic Impressionist style. The composition employs a vibrant palette and loose brushwork, effectively capturing the interplay of light and atmosphere, while the use of dappled sunlight enhances the sense of depth and movement within the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The Bell Tower at Bazancourt