The Mill of Montmartre
Georges Michel
key Notes:
Windmill, Atmospheric Landscape
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Dimensions:
29 x 40 in. (73.7 x 101.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:
"The Mill of Montmartre," created by Georges Michel in 1825, depicts the iconic windmills of Montmartre, a district in Paris known for its artistic community. The painting is characterized by Michel's use of light and atmospheric effects, reflecting the Romantic style prevalent during that period.
Description of the work:
"The Mill of Montmartre," painted by Georges Michel in 1825, depicts a serene landscape featuring a windmill set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a cloudy sky, rendered in a palette of soft earth tones and muted blues. The composition is characterized by its dynamic brushwork and atmospheric perspective, which evoke a sense of tranquility and the passage of time in the rural setting.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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