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Brittany Landscape

Émile Bernard

1894

oil

From the collection of Norton Simon Museum

Post-Impressionism Late 19th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

Brittany Landscape is a 1894 oil by Émile Bernard, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Norton Simon Museum.

Who painted this?: Émile Bernard
When & what style?: 1894 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Norton Simon Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills and trees. In the background, a few buildings are visible, including a large tree looming over them. The scene is rendered in soft, muted colors, with shades of green dominating the palette. A closer look reveals the artist's use of bold brushstrokes and vivid colors to capture the play of light on the landscape. The overall effect is one of tranquility and peacefulness. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful landscape, you might want to look up Émile Bernard.