Artwork
Crossing the Ford
Crossing the Ford is an oil painting by the Hudson River School artist George Inness. It dates from 1848 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
- Accession no.
- 94127
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Edith Kepke MacDonald
About this work
Overview
Crossing the Ford is an oil on canvas painting created by George Inness in 1848. It is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of people and horses crossing a river, arranged to create a sense of depth with figures in the foreground and background.
Technique & Style
Inness employed glazing techniques to achieve subtle color effects, and the work showcases his early experimentation with light and color.
History & Provenance
The painting reflects Inness's initial association with the Hudson River School, a mid-19th-century American landscape movement, before his style evolved under European influences.
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Artist & collection
Artist
George Inness (May 1, 1825 – August 3, 1894) was an American landscape painter. Now recognized as one of the most influential American artists of the nineteenth century, Inness was influenced by the Hudson River School…
