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The Circus at Concarneau, by James Wilson Morrice, oil, 1909

The Circus at Concarneau

James Wilson Morrice

1909

oil

canvas

From the collection of Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

Dominant colour

Overview

The Circus at Concarneau is a 1909 oil by James Wilson Morrice, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.

Who painted this?
James Wilson Morrice
When & what style?
1909 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

About this work

This painting shows a circus scene. The artist has used a mix of dark and light colors to create depth and interest. In the foreground, there are people watching the circus performance, and in the background, there are circus tents and performers. The artist has used a range of colors, including red, blue, and yellow, to create a lively and dynamic atmosphere. The painting is quite detailed, with many different elements to look at. The artist has used a variety of brushstrokes to create texture and depth, and the overall effect is one of energy and movement. The painting is quite large, and it would be interesting to see it in person to get a better sense of the details. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up James Wilson Morrice.

About the artist

Portrait of James Wilson Morrice
Artist

James Wilson Morrice

James Wilson Morrice (August 10, 1865 – January 23, 1924) is considered Canada's foremost modernist artist.

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