The Terrace of the Ravier House in Morestel

Französische Grafik 1879–1887, década de 1880?

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.
Artista
Französische Grafik 1879–1887
Fecha
década de 1880?
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
watercolor over traces of black chalk
Medidas
30,2 × 23,3 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

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