1869
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dives (Calvados) is a 1869 by Maxime Lalanne, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a landscape with a body of water in the distance, possibly a river or lake. The scene is rendered in dark tones, with the sky and water appearing almost black. In the foreground, there are trees and what seems to be a road or path. The painting's style suggests a focus on realism, with attention to detail in the depiction of the natural scenery. The use of dark tones creates a somber mood, drawing the viewer's attention to the landscape. For more information on this style of painting, look up the Impressionism movement.
François Antoine Maxime Lalanne (November 27, 1827 – July 29, 1886) was a French artist known for his etchings and charcoal drawings (fusain).
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