Tunis Street Scene

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
Impressionism
key Notes:
Vibrant color palette, Urban life depiction.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Tunis Street Scene," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the vibrant colors and dynamic compositions characteristic of early 20th-century American Impressionism. The painting reflects Ross's experiences during his travels in North Africa, capturing the cultural and architectural elements of Tunis while contributing to the broader discourse on the influence of international travel on American art.

Description of the work:

"Tunis Street Scene" by Denman Waldo Ross depicts a vibrant urban landscape characterized by its dynamic composition and rich color palette. The painting features a bustling street filled with figures, architectural elements, and local flora, all rendered with a loose brushwork that conveys a sense of movement and atmosphere typical of early 20th-century American Impressionism.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Tunis Street Scene