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Impressions of Nature: After Rousseau

late 19th century

About the Item

This charming landscape painting, clearly influenced by the style of the French artist Théodore Rousseau, captures the tranquil beauty of nature with an emphasis on detail and atmosphere. Rousseau, a pivotal figure in the Barbizon School, sought to convey the sublime and often overlooked beauty of rural France, moving away from idealized representations towards more realistic depictions of nature. In this piece, the artist has masterfully rendered a serene scene featuring lush vegetation surrounding a small pond. The composition draws the viewer's eye across the foreground's vibrant greens and soft earth tones to the rich foliage in the background, all under a sky painted in gentle hues of blue and soft clouds. The brushwork, reminiscent of Rousseau's technique, emphasizes the texture and form of the natural elements, inviting a sense of peaceful immersion in the landscape. During the turn of the 19th to 20th century, French landscape painting underwent significant transformation. Artists like Rousseau and his contemporaries of the Barbizon School championed painting en plein air, directly from nature, allowing them to capture the transient effects of light and atmosphere more accurately. This movement was a precursor to Impressionism, which further explored these ideas. Their work was characterized by a deep appreciation for the rural and pastoral, often focusing on scenes untouched by industrialization, offering a respite from the rapidly changing world. This small landscape, with its delicate handling of light and color, serves as a beautiful homage to the era of French landscape painting and the enduring legacy of Théodore Rousseau's vision of nature. oil on paper laid on canvas signed and dated Théodore Rousseau 1861 unframed 18 x 28 cm (ca 7.09 x 11.02 inches) framed 30 x 39 cm (ca 11.81 x 15.35 inches) Provenance: A Swedish private collection. Expertise: Brame & Lorenceau, experts in Rousseau's paintings, have examined this landscape. Although it reflects the themes often seen in Théodore Rousseau’s work, its execution diverges from his typical style. The painting lacks Rousseau’s characteristic precision, contrast, and natural detail. The grass appears too systematic, and the overall simplicity suggests it doesn't meet Rousseau's standards.
  • Creation Year:
    late 19th century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 15.36 in (39 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • After:
    Théodore Rousseau (1812-1867, French)
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Very good. Restored by professional art conservator in 2024.
  • Gallery Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1445214636622

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