Twilight in the Cedars at Darien, Connecticut

John Frederick Kensett

Created:
Movement:
1872
Tonalism
key Notes:
Luminous landscape, Tranquil atmosphere
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Dimensions:
28 1/2 x 41 in. (72.4 x 104.1cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Twilight in the Cedars at Darien, Connecticut by John Frederick Kensett

Twilight in the Cedars at Darien, Connecticut, painted in 1872 by John Frederick Kensett, is an exemplary work of the American landscape tradition. Kensett, a prominent member of the Hudson River School, is renowned for his luminist style, characterized by meticulous attention to light and atmosphere. This painting captures the serene beauty of the Connecticut landscape, emphasizing the tranquil interplay of light during twilight. Kensett's work is significant for its contribution to the appreciation of American natural scenery during the 19th century. His ability to convey the subtleties of light and shadow had a lasting impact on American landscape painting. Kensett's dedication to capturing the essence of the American landscape continues to influence artists and art enthusiasts alike.

Description of the work:

Twilight in the Cedars at Darien, Connecticut by John Frederick Kensett

Created in 1872, "Twilight in the Cedars at Darien, Connecticut" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Luminist style, characterized by its attention to light and tranquil atmosphere. The artwork depicts a serene landscape in Darien, Connecticut, capturing the subtle interplay of light and shadow among the cedar trees at dusk.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Twilight in the Cedars at Darien, Connecticut