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Landscape with a Rock Arch and River

Claude Lorrain

1650

oil

canvas

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

French Classical Baroque Landscape

Dominant colour

Landscape with a Rock Arch and River is a 1650 oil by Claude Lorrain, a French Classical Baroque work, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

Who painted this?: Claude Lorrain
When & what style?: 1650 · French Classical Baroque
Where can I see it?: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

About this work

This serene landscape painting features a majestic rock arch in the foreground, surrounded by lush greenery. In the distance, a tranquil river flows, dotted with small boats and figures. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a pale blue sky with wispy clouds. A closer look reveals a herd of cattle grazing near the riverbank, adding to the peaceful atmosphere. The artist's use of warm colors and soft brushstrokes creates a sense of depth and tranquility. For more works that explore the interplay of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.