Who painted Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio?

Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio was painted by John Henry Twachtman in 1880.

Where can I see Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio?

Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio?

Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio

John Henry Twachtman , 1880

Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio is a print by the Impressionist artist John Henry Twachtman. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1945.397
Credit line: Gift of Carl Fredric Clarke

About this work

Overview

Miami River, near Cincinnati, Ohio is a print by John Henry Twachtman, created in 1880. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a winding river through a wooded area, with trees densely clustered on one bank. The scene includes choppy water with floating objects and a minimalist sky, conveying a sense of immediacy.

Technique & Style

Twachtman employed loose, rapid lines to capture the scene, using shading to suggest depth in the trees and water. The level of detail is restrained, prioritizing the energy of the scene over precision.