1904
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
Dominant colour
La ruta abandonada is a 1904 oil by Jean-François Raffaëlli, a Post-Impressionism work, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
This painting depicts a serene landscape with a winding path that leads to a small village in the distance. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a blue sky with white clouds. In the foreground, a few trees with bare branches stand out, while the path is lined with grass and shrubs. The painting's color palette is muted, with shades of brown, green, and blue dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility and peacefulness. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of color and texture, look up the technique of impasto.
Jean-François Raffaëlli (April 20, 1850 – February 11, 1924) was a French realist painter, sculptor, and printmaker who exhibited with the Impressionists. He was also active as an actor and writer.
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