The Old Pine, Darien, Connecticut

John Frederick Kensett

Created:
Movement:
1872
Tonalism
key Notes:
Luminism, Tranquil Landscape
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Dimensions:
34 3/8 x 27 1/4 in. (87.3 x 69.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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The Old Pine, Darien, Connecticut by John Frederick Kensett

The Old Pine, Darien, Connecticut, painted in 1872 by John Frederick Kensett, is an exemplary work of the American landscape tradition, executed in oil on canvas. Kensett, a prominent figure of the Hudson River School, is renowned for his luminist style, characterized by serene compositions and meticulous attention to light and atmosphere. This painting reflects Kensett's deep appreciation for the natural beauty of the American landscape, capturing the tranquil essence of the Connecticut scenery. The work is significant for its contribution to the 19th-century American art movement that emphasized the sublime and picturesque qualities of the natural world. Kensett's ability to convey a sense of peace and introspection through his landscapes has left a lasting impact on American art, influencing subsequent generations of landscape painters. His dedication to portraying the American wilderness with both accuracy and poetic sensibility underscores his importance in the canon of American art history.

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The Old Pine, Darien, Connecticut by John Frederick Kensett

Created in 1872, "The Old Pine, Darien, Connecticut" by John Frederick Kensett is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Luminist style, characterized by its attention to light and atmosphere. The artwork depicts a serene landscape in Darien, Connecticut, focusing on a solitary pine tree, capturing the tranquil beauty of the American natural environment.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Old Pine, Darien, Connecticut