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Landscape, Sunset, by George Inness, oil, 1888

Landscape, Sunset

George Inness

1888

oil

From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape, Sunset is a 1888 oil by George Inness, a hudson_river_school_movement work, held at Art Institute of Chicago.

Who painted this?
George Inness
When & what style?
1888 · hudson_river_school_movement
Where can I see it?
Art Institute of Chicago

About this work

The painting shows a landscape at sunset with warm colors. It's interesting because the artist used soft brushstrokes to create a sense of calm. The sky is painted with gentle, feathery clouds, which adds to the peaceful atmosphere. Check out the technique of glazing to learn more about how artists like George Inness achieved deep, rich colors in their work.

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