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Rouen, by Muirhead Bone, 1924

Rouen

Muirhead Bone

1924

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Rouen is a 1924 by Muirhead Bone, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Muirhead Bone
When & what style?
1924
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a serene riverside scene, with a man sitting on a dock, facing away from the viewer. The dock stretches out into the calm water, where several boats are moored. In the background, a row of buildings lines the riverbank, with a prominent church steeple rising above the rooftops. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the scene. The overall mood is one of tranquility and contemplation. To learn more about the artist's technique and style, explore the work of Muirhead Bone (British, 1876–1953).

About the artist

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Artist

Muirhead Bone

Sir Muirhead Bone (23 March 1876 – 21 October 1953) was a Scottish etcher and watercolourist who became known for his depiction of industrial and architectural subjects and his work as a war artist in both the First and Second World Wars.

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