Artwork
Invernada del Ejercito Oriental
Invernada del Ejercito Oriental is an oil painting by the Realist artist Luis Candido Lopez. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
About this work
Overview
Invernada del Ejercito Oriental is a painting created by Luis Cándido López in 1866, using oil paint on an unspecified surface. It is part of the National Museum of Fine Arts collection in Buenos Aires.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape with a large body of water, surrounded by grassy fields and trees, under a vibrant sky. The scene is set during sunrise or sunset, with distant silhouettes of buildings and trees adding depth.
Technique & Style
López's work is characterized by the Naïve style and is associated with the Realist movement. He employed warm colors and gentle brushstrokes to create a peaceful atmosphere, drawing attention to the tranquil water and sky.
History & Provenance
The painting was created by Luis Cándido López, an Argentine painter and veteran of the Paraguayan War, in which he served and later depicted in his historical works.
Artist & collection
Artist
Cándido López (29 August 1840 – 31 December 1902) was an Argentine soldier and painter who worked in the Naïve style. He is best known for his historical scenes from the Paraguayan War in which he fought.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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Autorretrato
Desembarco del Ejército Argentino frente a las trincheras de Curuzú
Naturaleza Muerta
Asalto de la tercera columna argentina a Curupaytí
Asalto de la primera columna brasileña a Curupaytí
Trinchera de Curupaytí (Tít. ant.: Vista de las trincheras y parte del campo de batalla de Curupaytí)
Vista interior de Curuzú mirado de aguas arriba
Trinchera de Curupaytí
