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The Roadside, by Henry Wolf, 1887

The Roadside

Henry Wolf

1887

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Roadside is a 1887 by Henry Wolf, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Henry Wolf
When & what style?
1887 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a landscape with a large tree in the center, surrounded by grass and rocks. In the background, there are more trees and a cloudy sky. The painting has a mix of dark and light colors, with the tree and rocks being darker and the sky and grass being lighter. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The Roadside is a beautiful example of Impressionism and Realism. To learn more about this style, check out the Impressionism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Henry Wolf
Artist

Henry Wolf

Henry Wolf (1852–1916) was a French-born wood engraver who lived and worked in the United States during his most influential work period and until his death.

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