Who painted Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles)?

Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles) was painted by Jules Dupré in 1864.

Where can I see Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles)?

Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles)?

Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles) is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles)

Jules Dupré , 1864

Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles) is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Jules Dupré. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2015.450
Credit line: Bequest of Muriel Butkin

About this work

Overview

Genets et Ronces (Broom and Brambles) is a drawing by Jules Dupré, a prominent artist associated with the Barbizon school, created around 1864.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a tangle of thorny plants and thin branches, capturing the interplay of light and shadow on their surfaces. The scene conveys a sense of wildness and roughness, reflecting the artist's emotional engagement with the natural world.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose, rapid brushstrokes and a muted color palette dominated by browns and grays, the drawing appears to be a spontaneous study of natural forms. The artist's focus on capturing the effects of light on the plants' textures suggests a commitment to direct observation.

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Artist

Jules Dupré

Jules Louis Dupré (French pronunciation:; April 5, 1811 – October 6, 1889) was a French painter, one of the chief members of the Barbizon school of landscape painters.