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Fountain at Cana, by David Roberts, 1839

Fountain at Cana

David Roberts

1839

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

Fountain at Cana is a 1839 by David Roberts, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
David Roberts
When & what style?
1839 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a serene scene of people gathered around a fountain in Cana. The group is dressed in traditional attire, with some sitting on the ground and others standing near the fountain. In the background, trees and a cloudy sky create a peaceful atmosphere. The artist's use of color and light adds depth to the scene, with the warm tones of the clothing and the cool tones of the sky creating a sense of contrast. The overall mood of the painting is one of tranquility and contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about the artistic style of this painting, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of David Roberts
Artist

David Roberts

David Roberts (24 October 1796 – 25 November 1864) was a Scottish painter. He is especially known for The Holy Land, Syria, Idumea, Arabia, Egypt, and Nubia, a prolific series of detailed lithograph prints of Egypt and…

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