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Ruined Farm, by Hubert Robert, ink, 1772

Ruined Farm

Hubert Robert

1772

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Ruined Farm is a 1772 ink by Hubert Robert, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Hubert Robert
When & what style?
1772 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a scene of a ruined farm, with a group of people gathered in the center. The people are dressed in simple clothing, and they appear to be engaged in various activities such as eating and talking. The background of the painting shows a large tree with branches that stretch out in different directions, and a building in the distance. The painting is done in a style that is reminiscent of Romanticism, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. The use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the painting, and the overall effect is one of warmth and intimacy. For more information on this style, explore the Romanticism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Hubert Robert
Artist

Hubert Robert

Hubert Robert (French pronunciation: ; 22 May 1733 – 15 April 1808) was a French painter in the school of Romanticism, noted especially for his landscape paintings and capricci, or semi-fictitious picturesque depictions of ruins in Italy and of France.

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