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Woman on the Shore, by Jozef Israëls, oil, 1874

Woman on the Shore

Jozef Israëls

1874

oil

panel

From the collection of Clark Art Institute

Dominant colour

Overview

Woman on the Shore is a 1874 oil by Jozef Israëls, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Clark Art Institute.

Who painted this?
Jozef Israëls
When & what style?
1874 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Clark Art Institute

About this work

This painting shows a woman sitting on a grassy shore, looking out at the water. She wears a white headscarf and a long brown skirt. Her hands are clasped together in front of her. In the distance, there's a small boat with two people in it. The woman seems lost in thought, gazing out at the calm water. The painting's colors are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the scene. The overall mood is peaceful and contemplative. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, look up Jozef Israëls.

About the artist

Portrait of Jozef Israëls
Artist

Jozef Israëls

Jozef Israëls (Dutch pronunciation: ; 27 January 1824 – 12 August 1911) was a Dutch painter.

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