1807
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery
Cliveden on Thames is a 1807 oil by Joseph Mallord William Turner, held at National Gallery.
The painting depicts a serene landscape with a river flowing through it, set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky. In the foreground, a few cows are seen grazing near the water's edge, while a small boat is moored to the shore. The colors used are muted, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. A closer look reveals the subtle play of light and shadow on the water's surface, creating a sense of depth and movement. The brushstrokes are delicate, with visible texture adding to the overall sense of realism. This painting showcases the artist's skill in capturing the beauty of the natural world. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the works of J.M.W. Turner.
'Cliveden on Thames is a c.1807 landscape painting by the British artist J.M.W. Turner. It depicts a view on the River Thames at Cliveden in Buckinghamshire., a location associated with the premier of the patriotic song Rule Britannia. Turner, frequently took his boat along the river to record scenes of the English countryside during the decade. Rather than submit the painting to the Summer Exhibition of the Royal Academy of Arts, Turner displayed it at his own studio in Queen Anne Street in Marylebone. When the American-born President of the Royal Academy Benjamin West visited to view it and…
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Joseph Mallord William Turner was born in 1775 at Maiden Lane, Covent Garden, where his father kept a barber and wig-making shop.
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