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Autumn, by Philippe Jacques Linder, oil, 1884

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Overview

Autumn is a 1884 oil by Philippe Jacques Linder, held at Clark Art Institute.

Who painted this?
Philippe Jacques Linder
When & what style?
1884
Where can I see it?
Clark Art Institute

About this work

The painting depicts a man and woman standing in a wooded area, surrounded by trees with yellow and green leaves. The man, dressed in a brown suit, black bowler hat, and white gloves, holds a cane in his right hand. The woman, wearing a long, pink dress with a black top and hat, stands beside him. In the background, the trees and foliage are painted in shades of green, yellow, and brown, with dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation in a natural setting. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.

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