Aspens on the Bank of the Seine

1884

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

Aspens on the Bank of the Seine is a 1884 by Félix Bracquemond, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Félix Bracquemond
When & what style?: 1884 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a row of tall birch-like trees along a riverbank. Their bark is textured with fine lines, and the branches spread out with clusters of leaves. In the distance, a small boat floats on calm water, and a few buildings peek through the trees. The artist focused on the play of light and shadow on the trees, making them look almost alive. This style was new for its time, emphasizing how nature looks in real sunlight. Next, check out Impressionism to see how artists like this one changed landscape painting.