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Torrent and Waterfall in the Alps
Torrent and Waterfall in the Alps is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Louis Bélanger. It dates from 1792 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1996.251
About this work
Overview
Torrent and Waterfall in the Alps is a drawing created by Louis Bélanger in 1792, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a dramatic Alpine landscape with a waterfall, surrounded by large rocks and trees, and figures at its base. The scene conveys a sense of awe and wonder at the natural world.
Technique & Style
The drawing features muted colors, with blues and greens dominating, and captures the dynamic movement of the water and the figures' reactions.
Context
This work is associated with the Romanticism movement, which emphasized the emotional and aesthetic appeal of nature.
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Artist
Louis Bélanger is a Canadian film director and screenwriter. He has a degree in communications from UQAM. He is a collaborator of filmmaker Denis Chouinard; both men created several short films together before branching…
