View of Benjamin Reber's Farm

Amerikanische Malerei 1870–1877, 1872

This artwork depicts a pastoral scene with a farm as the central focus. The view is from an elevated perspective, allowing a broad look over the landscape. The horizon is placed high, with a yellowish sky. The farm itself is composed of several buildings, including a large farmhouse and various outbuildings, all arranged and enclosed by white fences. A dirt road runs diagonally through the scene, connecting the farm buildings. The fields are divided into different sections, with shades of green and brown indicating various crops or pastures. Trees are scattered throughout the landscape, providing a sense of depth. The brushstrokes are detailed and precise, contributing to the appearance of the farm. The color palette is predominantly earthy greens and browns, with a touch of warmth from the sky.
Artist
Amerikanische Malerei 1870–1877
Date
1872
Type
Painting
Medium
oil on canvas
Dimensions
64 × 88.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This artwork depicts a pastoral scene with a farm as the central focus. The view is from an elevated perspective, allowing a broad look over the landscape. The horizon is placed high, with a yellowish sky. The farm itself is composed of several buildings, including a large farmhouse and various outbuildings, all arranged and enclosed by white fences. A dirt road runs diagonally through the scene, connecting the farm buildings. The fields are divided into different sections, with shades of green and brown indicating various crops or pastures. Trees are scattered throughout the landscape, providing a sense of depth. The brushstrokes are detailed and precise, contributing to the appearance of the farm. The color palette is predominantly earthy greens and browns, with a touch of warmth from the sky.

Amerikanische Malerei 1870–1877