Mill and Weeds, Holland

1886

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Landscape Windmill

Dominant colour

Mill and Weeds, Holland is a 1886 by John Henry Twachtman, a Impressionism work, depicting Windmill, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: John Henry Twachtman
When & what style?: 1886 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a mill surrounded by weeds in a quiet landscape. The scene is peaceful, with the mill's structure reflected in the water. The artist used soft colors to create a sense of calm, which was a common approach in his work. Look up the technique of sfumato to learn more about how artists create soft, hazy effects in their paintings.