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Kidwelly Castle, by Francis Seymour Haden, 1859

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Overview

Kidwelly Castle is a 1859 by Francis Seymour Haden, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Francis Seymour Haden
When & what style?
1859 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a castle in the distance, surrounded by trees and a body of water in the foreground. The castle has tall towers and a large wall surrounding it. The trees are dark green and the water is light blue. In the foreground, there are some buildings and trees that are closer to the viewer. The sky is light gray and there are some clouds. The overall atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and serene. The painting is an example of Impressionism, a style that emphasizes capturing the impression of a scene rather than creating a highly detailed representation. The artist, Francis Seymour Haden, was a British painter who was known for his landscapes and cityscapes.

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