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Landscape, by Robert S. Duncanson, oil, 1865

Landscape

Robert S. Duncanson

1865

oil

canvas

From the collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape is a 1865 oil by Robert S. Duncanson, a Hudson River School Movement work, held at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

Who painted this?
Robert S. Duncanson
When & what style?
1865 · Hudson River School Movement
Where can I see it?
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a lake in the foreground. There are mountains in the background, and the sky is a mix of yellow, orange, and blue hues. The atmosphere is peaceful, with a few people on rafts in the lake. In the foreground, there are some trees and bushes, adding depth to the scene. The overall mood of the painting is calm and soothing. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful landscape, you might want to look up Robert Seldon Duncanson.

About the artist

Portrait of Robert S. Duncanson
Artist

Robert S. Duncanson

Robert Seldon Duncanson (c. 1821 – December 21, 1872) was a 19th-century American landscapist of European and African ancestry. Inspired by famous American landscape artists like Thomas Cole, Duncanson created renowned…

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