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Prospect reservoir, by Arthur Streeton, oil, 1898

Prospect reservoir

Arthur Streeton

1898

oil

canvas

From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales

Dominant colour

Overview

Prospect reservoir is a 1898 oil by Arthur Streeton, a Impressionism work, held at Art Gallery of New South Wales.

Who painted this?
Arthur Streeton
When & what style?
1898 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Art Gallery of New South Wales

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a large body of water in the background, possibly a lake or reservoir. The foreground features rolling hills and grassy fields, with a few trees scattered throughout. The sky above is a light blue, with a few clouds drifting lazily across it. In the distance, you can see a small building or structure, possibly a house or a barn. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of peace and tranquility, with the gentle colors and soft brushstrokes evoking a sense of calmness. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this beautiful landscape, you might want to look up Arthur Streeton.

About the artist

Artist

Arthur Streeton

Arthur Streeton painted sunlit Australian landscapes and harbor scenes. He rendered *Cremorne Pastoral* in 1895 with soft green fields under wide skies, and *The National Game* in 1889 shows a football match on a golden…

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