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Rooftops, St. Cloud

Thomas Anshutz

1882

graphite

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Rooftops, St. Cloud is a 1882 graphite by Thomas Anshutz, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Thomas Anshutz
When & what style?: 1882 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a quiet street corner with old buildings and red-tiled roofs. Two orange pots sit on a low stone wall, reflecting in a shallow puddle. A tree with thick green leaves leans over the scene, and a small window peeks out from behind the wall. The artist used watercolor to keep the colors soft and blended, like a quick sketch. The light looks natural, almost like you’re seeing it in person. If you like this style, check out Impressionism next.