Who painted Source of the Albarine?

Source of the Albarine was painted by Adolphe Appian in 1870.

Where can I see Source of the Albarine?

Source of the Albarine is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Source of the Albarine?

Source of the Albarine is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Source of the Albarine

Adolphe Appian , 1870

Source of the Albarine is a print by the Impressionist artist Adolphe Appian. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1918.80
Credit line: Gift of Frederick Keppel and Co., Inc., The Frederick Keppel Memorial

About this work

Overview

Source of the Albarine is a print created by Adolphe Appian in 1870. It is a black-and-white depiction of a serene natural scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a quiet river flowing through a rocky landscape with bare trees and a wooden bridge in the distance. The scene is characteristic of Appian's focus on tranquil, unspoiled environments.

Technique & Style

Appian used fine lines to capture the textures of the natural scene, including water ripples, tree bark, and rough stones. This attention to detail was a key aspect of his work and of the Realist style.

History & Provenance

The print is held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.