Who painted Landscape and Tree Studies (verso)?

Landscape and Tree Studies (verso) was painted by David Johnson in 1851.

Where can I see Landscape and Tree Studies (verso)?

Landscape and Tree Studies (verso) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Landscape and Tree Studies (verso)?

Landscape and Tree Studies (verso) is associated with Romanticism.

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Museum-quality prints of Landscape and Tree Studies (verso) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Landscape and Tree Studies (verso)

David Johnson , 1851

Landscape and Tree Studies (verso) is a drawing by the Romanticist artist David Johnson. It dates from 1851 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1996.369.b
Credit line: Gift of The Honorable Joseph P. Carroll and Roberta Carroll, M.D.

About this work

Overview

Landscape and Tree Studies (verso) is a mid-19th-century drawing by David Johnson, a second-generation Hudson River School artist. Created around 1851, the work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a central tree with ascending branches and descending roots, set against a gently sloping hill that creates depth. The composition conveys serenity and tranquility.

Technique & Style

Johnson employed warm tones for the tree's bark and soft greens for the foliage, leveraging color and light to enhance the peaceful atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Produced circa 1851, the piece is now held in the permanent collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.