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Sunset at Éragny, by Camille Pissarro, oil, 1896

Sunset at Éragny

Camille Pissarro

1896

oil

canvas

From the collection of Israel Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Sunset at Éragny is a 1896 oil by Camille Pissarro, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Sky, held at Israel Museum.

Who painted this?
Camille Pissarro
When & what style?
1896 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Israel Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a sunset as the central focus. The sky is a warm blend of yellow, orange, and pink hues, gradually transitioning to a soft blue towards the top. In the foreground, a row of trees stands in front of a vast, open field that stretches into the distance. The artist's use of light and color creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's attention to the tranquil scene. The brushstrokes are visible, adding texture to the painting and emphasizing the natural beauty of the landscape. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, you can look up Camille Pissarro.

About the artist

Portrait of Camille Pissarro
Artist

Camille Pissarro

Jacob Abraham Camille Pissarro ( piss-AR-oh; French: ; 10 July 1830 – 13 November 1903) was a Danish-French Impressionist and Neo-Impressionist painter born on the island of Saint Thomas (now in the US Virgin Islands, but then in the Danish West Indies).

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