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Summer, by Joseph Sebastian Klauber, ink, 1701

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Overview

Summer is a 1701 ink by Joseph Sebastian Klauber, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Joseph Sebastian Klauber
When & what style?
1701 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a lively summer scene with people working in a field. In the foreground, a group of people are harvesting crops, while others are resting or socializing. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a cloudy sky. In the sky, a group of figures are depicted, including a woman holding a parasol and a man playing a musical instrument. The overall mood of the painting is one of joy and abundance, capturing the spirit of a summer's day. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of movement and energy, drawing the viewer's eye through the scene. To learn more about the artistic style of this painting, explore the Baroque movement.

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