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Melting Snow, by Pál Szinyei Merse, oil, 1895

Melting Snow

Pál Szinyei Merse

1895

oil

canvas

From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Melting Snow is a 1895 oil by Pál Szinyei Merse, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Hungarian National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Pál Szinyei Merse
When & what style?
1895 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Hungarian National Gallery

About this work

The painting shows a landscape with a watercourse running through it. The scene is depicted in shades of brown and gray, with the snow melting and revealing the underlying terrain. In the distance, there are hills and a cloudy sky. The painting's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the way the snow and water are rendered, giving the painting a sense of realism. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Pál Szinyei Merse.

About the artist

Portrait of Pál Szinyei Merse
Artist

Pál Szinyei Merse

Pál Szinyei Merse (1845–1920) was an artist, born in Chminianska Nová Ves.

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