Who painted Setting Sun?

Setting Sun was painted by Camille Pissarro in 1879.

Where can I see Setting Sun?

Setting Sun is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Setting Sun?

Setting Sun is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Setting Sun?

Museum-quality prints of Setting Sun are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Setting Sun

Camille Pissarro , 1879

Setting Sun is a print by the Impressionist artist Camille Pissarro. It dates from 1879 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2009.20
Credit line: Alma and Robert D. Milne Fund

About this work

Overview

Setting Sun, created in 1879 by Camille Pissarro, is a landscape print embodying the artist's transition between Impressionist and Neo-Impressionist styles.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a serene landscape at sunset, with warm, golden hues in the sky contrasting softer, cooler tones in the trees and grass, evoking a sense of depth and atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose, expressive brushstrokes, the print conveys spontaneity and movement, reflecting Pissarro's experimentation with capturing light and color.

History & Provenance

Setting Sun is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, reflecting Pissarro's influence within both Impressionist and Neo-Impressionist movements.

Context

Pissarro's artistic development was shaped by mentors Gustave Courbet and Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, later evolving through collaborations with Georges Seurat and Paul Signac.