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The Storm, by Georges Michel, oil, 1814

The Storm

Georges Michel

1814

oil

From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago

Dominant colour

Overview

The Storm is a 1814 oil by Georges Michel, a french_romanticism work, held at Art Institute of Chicago.

Who painted this?
Georges Michel
When & what style?
1814 · french_romanticism
Where can I see it?
Art Institute of Chicago

About this work

This painting shows a dark, swirling sky over a low hill. Heavy clouds block the sun. A few thin trees lean in the wind. The sky isn’t just gray—it’s full of motion. Georges Michel painted storms like this over and over. He liked to show nature’s wild side. If you like this sky drama, check out the Art Institute of Chicago.

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