The Terrace of the Ravier House in Morestel

Französische Grafik 1879–1887, 1880s?

The painting depicts a view through tall trees towards the sky. The horizon is low, obscured by a structure and dense foliage. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive with an impressionistic style. Swirls and dabs of paint suggest tree shapes and a roofline. The color palette is warm and earthy with deep browns, greens, reds, and blues. Light yellow and orange patches break the darker tones, signifying sunlight or reflections on the ground and tree trunks.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1879–1887
Date
1880s?
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over traces of black chalk
Dimensions
30.2 × 23.3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The painting depicts a view through tall trees towards the sky. The horizon is low, obscured by a structure and dense foliage. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive with an impressionistic style. Swirls and dabs of paint suggest tree shapes and a roofline. The color palette is warm and earthy with deep browns, greens, reds, and blues. Light yellow and orange patches break the darker tones, signifying sunlight or reflections on the ground and tree trunks.

Französische Grafik 1879–1887