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A Stream Running between Houses and a Road
A Stream Running between Houses and a Road is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Johan Jongkind. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
A Stream Running between Houses and a Road is a watercolor drawing created by Johan Barthold Jongkind in 1855.
Technique & Style
Executed in watercolor over graphite, the work showcases Jongkind's proficiency in a medium known for its unpredictability. The combination of transparent washes and graphite underdrawing demonstrates his technical skill.
Context
Produced during the Romantic era, the drawing reflects the period's emphasis on capturing the emotional and expressive qualities of the natural world.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts a serene landscape with a stream flowing between houses and a road, inviting contemplation of the relationship between human habitation and the natural environment.
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Artist
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.
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