Landscape, Evening (Returning Home)

1866

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

Landscape, Evening (Returning Home) is a 1866 by Maxime Lalanne, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Maxime Lalanne
When & what style?: 1866 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a landscape with a figure walking down a path. The scene is set in the evening, with a church steeple visible in the distance. The colors are muted, with shades of gray and brown dominating the palette. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the work a sense of movement and energy. The painting is a great example of Impressionism, which emphasizes capturing the fleeting effects of light and color. To learn more about this style, check out the Impressionism movement.