Who painted Chillon Castle?

Chillon Castle was painted by Mary Altha Nims in 1804.

Where can I see Chillon Castle?

Chillon Castle is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Chillon Castle?

Chillon Castle is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Chillon Castle?

Museum-quality prints of Chillon Castle are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Chillon Castle

Mary Altha Nims , 1804

Chillon Castle is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Mary Altha Nims. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1934.131
Credit line: Gift of Richard Seymour Bayham

About this work

Overview

Chillon Castle is a drawing by American artist Mary Altha Nims, created around 1804. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts Chillon Castle situated by a lake, set against a turbulent sky. A single illuminated window stands out amidst the predominantly gray and blue tones, drawing the viewer's attention.

Technique & Style

Nims employed thick paint to render the castle's walls, conveying a sense of rugged solidity. Her use of color is subdued, with the exception of the highlighted window.

Context

As an American artist, Nims drew inspiration from European subjects, a common practice among American artists of her time who traveled to Europe for creative stimulus.