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In a French Village

Walter Griffin

1922

pastel

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Early Modern

Dominant colour

In a French Village is a 1922 pastel by Walter Griffin, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Walter Griffin
When & what style?: 1922
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a serene scene of a French village, with a large tree in the foreground and a few buildings in the background. The artist has used pastel colors to create a soft, dreamy atmosphere. The painting is characterized by its use of muted colors, with shades of brown, green, and blue dominating the palette. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. The artist's use of pastel colors and loose brushstrokes creates a sense of intimacy and warmth, drawing the viewer into the quiet world of the French village. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up the art of pastel.