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Cathedral Notre-Dame, by Richard Parkes Bonington, ink, 1824

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Overview

Cathedral Notre-Dame is a 1824 ink by Richard Parkes Bonington, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Richard Parkes Bonington
When & what style?
1824 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a cityscape with a large cathedral in the background. The cathedral has tall spires and a large central tower. In the foreground, there are several buildings and boats on the water. The scene is depicted in a romanticized style, with soft lines and muted colors. The artist has used lithography to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The use of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the piece. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Richard Parkes Bonington
Artist

Richard Parkes Bonington

Richard Parkes Bonington (25 October 1802 – 23 September 1828) was an English Romantic landscape painter.

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