Created:
Movement:
1636
Baroque
key Notes:
Pastoral landscape; Luminous atmosphere.
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Dimensions:
29 1/4 x 39 3/4 in. (74.3 x 101 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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The Ford by Claude Lorrain (Claude Gellée), 1636

The Ford, painted by Claude Lorrain in 1636, is an exemplary work of the Baroque period, showcasing the artist's mastery in landscape painting. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece reflects Lorrain's innovative approach to capturing natural light and atmospheric effects, which significantly influenced the development of landscape painting in Europe. Claude Lorrain, born Claude Gellée in 1600, was a French artist who spent most of his career in Italy, where he became renowned for his idyllic and pastoral scenes. His work is characterized by a harmonious composition and a poetic depiction of nature, which earned him a prominent place in art history. The Ford exemplifies Lorrain's ability to blend classical themes with a naturalistic portrayal of the environment, contributing to the evolution of landscape as a respected genre in its own right.

Description of the work:

The Ford by Claude Lorrain (Claude Gellée), 1636

The Ford, created in 1636 by Claude Lorrain, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's mastery of landscape painting, characterized by its harmonious composition and atmospheric perspective. The artwork depicts a serene pastoral scene with figures and animals crossing a river, showcasing Lorrain's skill in capturing the interplay of light and nature.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Ford