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Blue Sulphur Spring, by Edward Beyer, ink, 1857

Blue Sulphur Spring

Edward Beyer

1857

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Blue Sulphur Spring is a 1857 ink by Edward Beyer, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Edward Beyer
When & what style?
1857 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape with a large, open field in the foreground, surrounded by trees and hills in the background. In the center of the field, a white fence runs horizontally, with a few people standing near it. To the right, a horse-drawn carriage is visible, while a few trees and bushes are scattered throughout the field. The sky above is a light blue-gray color. In the distance, several buildings are visible, including a large white house on the left side of the image. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tranquility and peacefulness, with the natural beauty of the landscape taking center stage. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Impressionism movement.

About the artist

Artist

Edward Beyer

Edward Beyer (1820–1865) was a German landscape painter who was active in the United States and became known for his depiction of the Antebellum South.

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