The Portico of a Country Mansion

Hubert Robert

Created:
Movement:
1773
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Architectural grandeur, pastoral elegance
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Dimensions:
80 3/4 x 48 1/4 in. (205.1 x 122.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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The Portico of a Country Mansion by Hubert Robert

The Portico of a Country Mansion, painted by Hubert Robert in 1773, is an exemplary work of the French artist's skill in capturing architectural grandeur through the medium of oil on canvas. Known for his ability to blend reality with imaginative elements, Robert's work often reflects the aesthetic ideals of the Enlightenment period, emphasizing harmony and balance. This painting is significant for its depiction of classical architecture, a recurring theme in Robert's oeuvre, which contributed to the neoclassical movement in France. Hubert Robert, often referred to as "Robert des Ruines," was renowned for his landscapes and capriccios, which combined real and fictional elements to evoke a sense of nostalgia and romanticism. His works were influential in shaping the taste for picturesque ruins and contributed to the development of landscape painting in the 18th century. Robert's artistic legacy is marked by his ability to evoke the grandeur of the past while engaging with contemporary artistic trends.

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The Portico of a Country Mansion by Hubert Robert (1773)

This oil on canvas painting by Hubert Robert, created in 1773, exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing architectural grandeur and the picturesque beauty of rural estates. The work reflects the Rococo style's emphasis on elegance and detail, portraying a serene scene of a country mansion's portico surrounded by lush greenery.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Portico of a Country Mansion