1852
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Lake of the Four Cantons (Lake Lucerne), near Brunnen is a 1852 oil by Alexandre Calame, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a serene lake scene. In the foreground, a small boat is moored to a tree, with a few people standing nearby. The lake stretches out, surrounded by towering mountains and lush greenery. The sky above is a brilliant blue, dotted with a few wispy clouds. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the landscape. The trees and bushes are depicted in vivid shades of green, while the mountains rise up in the background, their peaks shrouded in mist. The overall effect is one of tranquility and natural beauty. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
Alexandre Calame (1810–1864) was an artist, born in Vevey.
See the richer artist page
