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Rural Scene, by Jean Pillement, 1762

Rural Scene

Jean Pillement

1762

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Rural Scene is a 1762 by Jean Pillement, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Jean Pillement
When & what style?
1762 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

In this painting, a group of people are gathered around a tree in a rural setting. The scene is serene, with a few cows lying down near the tree. In the background, there are houses and a body of water, adding to the peaceful atmosphere. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the scene. The figures are rendered in a realistic style, with attention to detail in their clothing and facial expressions. For more information on the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.

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