Artwork
Mount Washington, Massachusetts, July 22, 1890
Mount Washington, Massachusetts, July 22, 1890 is a photography by the Impressionist artist Robert Stuart Redfield. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1994.279
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
About this work
Overview
Mount Washington, Massachusetts, July 22, 1890 is a photograph by Redfield, showcasing a rural landscape with three children in the foreground.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts a serene scene with a split-rail and stone fence, where the photographer's deliberate placement of the children creates a sense of simplicity and tranquility.
Technique & Style
The platinum print technique used here allows for a warm, delicate tonal range, capturing subtle variations in light and atmosphere, reflecting the photographer's interest in clarity and fidelity.
Context
Redfield was a key figure in promoting photography as a fine art form around 1900, and this work exemplifies his efforts to convey emotion through the medium.
Artist & collection
