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River Landscape with a Passing Storm, by Jean-Jacques de Boissieu, ink, 1809

River Landscape with a Passing Storm

Jean-Jacques de Boissieu

1809

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

River Landscape with a Passing Storm is a 1809 ink by Jean-Jacques de Boissieu, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jean-Jacques de Boissieu
When & what style?
1809 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a dramatic river landscape with a passing storm. The scene is set amidst towering trees and rocky cliffs, with a waterfall cascading into the river. In the foreground, a few cows are visible near the water's edge. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the heart of the storm. The etching technique adds texture and detail to the scene, making it feel almost lifelike. If you're interested in exploring more works from the Romanticism movement, you might want to check out the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

About the artist

Portrait of Jean-Jacques de Boissieu
Artist

Jean-Jacques de Boissieu

Jean-Jacques de Boissieu (1736–1810) was a French artist, born in Lyon.

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