Who painted View of Arnheim (recto)?

View of Arnheim (recto) was painted by Johan Jongkind in 1864.

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View of Arnheim (recto) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is View of Arnheim (recto)?

View of Arnheim (recto) is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

View of Arnheim (recto)

Johan Jongkind , 1864

View of Arnheim (recto) is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Johan Jongkind. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. View of Arnheim (1864) is a drawing by Dutch artist Johan Barthold Jongkind, depicting a serene winter cityscape of the Dutch town.

Accession no.: 1960.163.a
Credit line: Gift of Mrs. A. Dean Perry in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Belden Greene

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Overview

View of Arnheim (1864) is a drawing by Dutch artist Johan Barthold Jongkind, depicting a serene winter cityscape of the Dutch town. The work showcases Jongkind's distinctive approach to capturing light and water.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing portrays everyday life in Arnheim on a frozen river or lake at sunset or sunrise. Figures, bundled against the cold, engage in quiet activities amidst stationary windmills, conveying a sense of peaceful, mundane winter life.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose, atmospheric handling, the work emphasizes fluidity and natural effects, particularly in its depiction of light, water, and sky. This style prefigures key elements of Impressionist painting.

History & Provenance

Created in 1864, View of Arnheim is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, reflecting Jongkind's influence as a forerunner to Impressionism.

Context

While the work is a specific capture of Arnheim, it situates within Jongkind's broader focus on marine and landscape themes, highlighting the intersection of natural beauty and daily human activity.

Legacy

Through its emphasis on light, natural effects, and everyday scenes, View of Arnheim contributes to Jongkind's legacy as a precursor to Impressionist practices, influencing later artistic movements.

View of Arnheim (recto); Studies of a Bull (verso), Johan Jongkind

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Artist

Johan Jongkind

Johan Barthold Jongkind (Dutch pronunciation:; 3 June 1819 – 9 February 1891) was a Dutch painter and printmaker. He painted marine landscapes in a free manner and is regarded as a forerunner of impressionism.