Picturesque Architecture in Paris, Ghent, Antwerp, Rouen: St. Severin, Paris

1839

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Architectural

Dominant colour

Picturesque Architecture in Paris, Ghent, Antwerp, Rouen: St. Severin, Paris is a 1839 by Thomas Shotter Boys, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Thomas Shotter Boys
When & what style?: 1839 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a large, ornate stone church with a tall tower and intricate carvings. The church is set against a light blue sky with white clouds. In front of the church, people are gathered, some standing and others sitting on steps. The artist has captured the play of light and shadow on the church's facade, highlighting its architectural details. The overall atmosphere is one of serenity and grandeur. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to look into the Romanticism movement.

About the artist

Artist

Thomas Shotter Boys

Thomas Shotter Boys (1803–1874) was an English watercolour painter and lithographer, mostly producing cityscapes and images of buildings, although he produced some rural landscapes and marine subjects.

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