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A Grey Day, Newport, by John La Farge, unspecified, 1862

A Grey Day, Newport

John La Farge

1862

unspecified

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston

Dominant colour

Overview

A Grey Day, Newport is a 1862 unspecified by John La Farge, a American Impressionism work, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Who painted this?
John La Farge
When & what style?
1862 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Museum of Fine Arts Boston

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a large tree on the left, its bare branches stretching up towards the sky. The tree is set against a rocky cliff, with a body of water visible in the distance. The overall atmosphere is one of calmness and tranquility. The painting's use of muted colors and soft brushstrokes adds to its peaceful ambiance. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate textures of the tree's bark and the rocky cliff. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful landscape, you might want to look up John La Farge.

About the artist

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Artist

John La Farge

John La Farge (March 31, 1835 – November 14, 1910) was an American artist whose career spanned illustration, murals, interior design, painting, and popular books on his Asian travels and other art-related topics.

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