Created:
Movement:
1860
Realism
key Notes:
Urban landscape, Atmospheric perspective.
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Dimensions:
22 1/4 x 30 1/4 in. (56.5 x 76.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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View of Ghent by Jacques-François Carabain

View of Ghent, painted in 1860 by Jacques-François Carabain, is an exemplary work of urban landscape art, executed in oil on canvas. Carabain, a Belgian painter born in 1834, was renowned for his detailed cityscapes, capturing the architectural essence and vibrant life of 19th-century European cities. This painting reflects his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to convey the bustling atmosphere of Ghent, a city with rich historical significance. Carabain's work is noted for its precision and the way it documents the urban environment of his time, contributing to the historical understanding of city life in the 1800s. His paintings are valuable records of architectural and cultural history, offering insights into the urban development of European cities during the 19th century. Carabain's legacy is preserved through his detailed and atmospheric depictions of cityscapes, which continue to be appreciated for their historical and artistic value.

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View of Ghent by Jacques-François Carabain

The painting "View of Ghent," created in 1860 by Jacques-François Carabain, is an oil on canvas work that captures the bustling urban life and architectural beauty of Ghent, Belgium, with meticulous attention to detail characteristic of 19th-century European cityscapes. Carabain's style reflects a blend of realism and romanticism, emphasizing both the vibrancy of the city and the atmospheric effects of light and shadow.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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View of Ghent