Le Bas Meudon (A Curve of the Seine near Paris)

Französische Malerei 1809–1830, c. 1824/1828

The artwork "Le Bas Meudon (A Curve of the Seine near Paris)" presents a landscape view with a low horizon, emphasizing the sky above. The horizon is populated with a line of trees with hues of brown, green, and muted orange. The brushstrokes are expressive and textured, showing movement in the clouds and the foliage. The color palette includes browns, greens, and grays. The river Seine is visible, reflecting the trees and sky, adding depth to the composition.
Artist
Französische Malerei 1809–1830
Date
c. 1824/1828
Type
Painting
Medium
oil on wood
Dimensions
29.21 × 51.44 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork "Le Bas Meudon (A Curve of the Seine near Paris)" presents a landscape view with a low horizon, emphasizing the sky above. The horizon is populated with a line of trees with hues of brown, green, and muted orange. The brushstrokes are expressive and textured, showing movement in the clouds and the foliage. The color palette includes browns, greens, and grays. The river Seine is visible, reflecting the trees and sky, adding depth to the composition.

Französische Malerei 1809–1830