Storm in the forest of Fontainbleau
1871
oil
panel
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
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Narcisse Virgilio Díaz
Narcisse Virgilio Díaz (1807–1876) was a French artist, born in Bordeaux.
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oil
panel
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
Storm in the forest of Fontainbleau is a 1871 oil by Narcisse Virgilio Díaz, a Barbizon school work, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.
This painting depicts a stormy forest scene, with dark clouds and trees in the foreground. The trees are silhouetted against the cloudy sky, and the brushstrokes are loose and expressive. The colors used are muted, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of drama and energy, with the stormy weather creating a sense of tension and movement. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, with the dark shadows contrasting with the lighter areas of the painting. The artist's use of impasto adds texture to the painting, giving it a sense of physicality. Next, I'd like to learn more about the artist: Narcisse Virgilio Díaz.
Narcisse Virgilio Díaz (1807–1876) was a French artist, born in Bordeaux.
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