Artwork
Landscape near Painesville
Landscape near Painesville is an unspecified painting by the American Impressionist artist Allen Smith, Jr.. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Created circa 1884 by Cleveland‑based portraitist Allen Smith Jr.
- Accession no.
- 1918.570
- Credit line
- Gift of Miss Carrie Bell Smith
About this work
Overview
Created circa 1884 by Cleveland‑based portraitist Allen Smith Jr., Landscape near Painesville is an oil painting that now belongs to the Cleveland Museum of Art. Though primarily known for portraiture, Smith occasionally turned to countryside subjects, and this work exemplifies his foray into the American Impressionist vein.
Subject & Meaning
The composition presents a tranquil rural scene: a modest stream bisects the canvas, flanked by a line of trees that frame the water’s gentle flow. Above, a light‑blue sky is dotted with soft clouds, conveying a calm, everyday atmosphere of the Painesville region.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic manner, the painting emphasizes fine detail in foliage and rippling water. Muted tones of green, brown, and gray dominate, while subtle variations in light capture the fleeting atmospheric conditions favored by Impressionist painters.
History & Provenance
After its completion, the work entered the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it remains on view. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s interest in documenting regional artists who contributed to late‑19th‑century American art movements.
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Artist
Allen Smith Jr. (1810, Rhode Island - 1890, Cleveland, Ohio) was an American portrait painter. He also created some landscapes and genre scenes.
