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La forêt de Fontainebleau en Automne, by Narcisse Virgilio Díaz, unspecified, 1872

La forêt de Fontainebleau en Automne

Narcisse Virgilio Díaz

1872

unspecified

From the collection of Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

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Overview

La forêt de Fontainebleau en Automne is a 1872 unspecified by Narcisse Virgilio Díaz, held at Calouste Gulbenkian Museum.

Who painted this?
Narcisse Virgilio Díaz
When & what style?
1872
Where can I see it?
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

About this work

This painting is a landscape with a dirt path leading to a cluster of trees in the center. The trees are surrounded by a field of tall grass and wildflowers, with a few large rocks scattered throughout. The sky above is cloudy and gray, with a few patches of blue peeking through. The painting's colors are muted, with shades of green, brown, and gray dominating the palette. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. The overall effect is one of serenity and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the painting. To learn more about the artist's use of color and light, explore the work of Narcisse Virgilio Díaz.

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Artist

Narcisse Virgilio Díaz

Narcisse Virgilio Díaz (1807–1876) was a French artist, born in Bordeaux.

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