View near Rouen
Richard Parkes Bonington
key Notes:
Picturesque landscape, Atmospheric light
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Dimensions:
11 x 13 in. (27.9 x 33 cm)
medium:
Oil on millboard
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"View near Rouen," created by Richard Parkes Bonington in 1830, exemplifies the artist's mastery of light and atmosphere, capturing the serene landscape of the Seine River near Rouen, France. Bonington, a key figure in the Romantic movement, was known for his plein air technique, which influenced subsequent generations of landscape painters.
Description of the work:
"View near Rouen" by Richard Parkes Bonington, created in 1830, depicts a serene landscape characterized by soft, atmospheric light and a harmonious palette of greens and blues. The composition features a gently flowing river bordered by lush vegetation, with the distant silhouette of Rouen's architecture subtly integrated into the natural surroundings.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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