Liber Studiorum: London from Greenwich
1823
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1823
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Liber Studiorum: London from Greenwich is a 1823 by Joseph Mallord William Turner, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a serene landscape with a cityscape in the background, featuring a prominent building with a dome and a tower. In the foreground, a group of deer are seen grazing on a hillside, surrounded by trees and bushes. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting, with the contrast between light and dark adding to the overall mood. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured feel. The painting is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.