1869
oil
canvas
From the collection of Hamburger Kunsthalle
With the river is a 1869 oil by Philip Hermogenes Calderon, held at Hamburger Kunsthalle.
This painting depicts a serene scene of two individuals in a boat, gently floating on a river. The woman, dressed in a white gown and head covering, sits at the front of the boat, while the man, wearing a red jacket and hat, sits at the back, holding an oar. The boat is adorned with a colorful rug and a few personal belongings, adding a touch of warmth to the otherwise tranquil atmosphere. The surrounding environment is lush and green, with trees and foliage visible in the background. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. Next, explore the works of Philip Hermogenes Calderon.
Philip Hermogenes Calderon (3 May 1833 – 30 April 1898) was a British painter of Spanish-French ancestry, who initially worked in the Pre-Raphaelite style before moving towards historical genre painting.
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