1850
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
On the Balcony is a 1850 by Célestin Nanteuil, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
The painting depicts a woman standing on a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery. She is dressed in a flowing white gown, with her right arm resting on the balcony railing and her left hand holding a bouquet of flowers. The background is a soft, muted color, with hints of blue and gray. The woman's facial expression is serene, with a subtle smile playing on her lips. Her hair is styled in loose waves, framing her face. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tranquility and elegance. For more information on the artistic movement that influenced this piece, explore the Romanticism movement.
Célestin-François Nanteuil-Lebœuf, known as Célestin Nanteuil (French pronunciation: ; 11 July 1813 – 6 September 1873), was a French painter, engraver and illustrator closely tied to the Romantic movement in France.
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