Morning
1760
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1760
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
Morning is a 1760 oil by Claude-Joseph Vernet, a Rococo painting work, held at Art Institute of Chicago.
The painting shows a serene landscape at dawn. It's a calm scene with trees and a body of water. The artist used warm colors to depict the morning light, which is interesting because it creates a sense of depth in the painting. The warm colors also make the scene feel peaceful. The artist's use of light is notable, as it adds to the overall mood of the painting. You can learn more about the artist's use of light by looking into the technique: glazing.
