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An autumn morning, Milson's Point, Sydney, by Thomas Roberts, oil, 1894

An autumn morning, Milson's Point, Sydney

Thomas Roberts

1894

oil

canvas

From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales

Dominant colour

Overview

An autumn morning, Milson's Point, Sydney is a 1894 oil by Thomas Roberts, a Impressionism work, held at Art Gallery of New South Wales.

Who painted this?
Thomas Roberts
When & what style?
1894 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Art Gallery of New South Wales

About this work

This painting depicts a serene autumn morning scene at Milson's Point in Sydney. The artist has skillfully captured the play of light on the water, with the sun casting a warm glow on the surrounding landscape. In the foreground, several boats are moored, adding a sense of tranquility to the scene. A closer look reveals the artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that creates a strong contrast between light and dark areas. This adds depth and dimension to the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the central focus of the scene. The artist's use of chiaroscuro technique is reminiscent of the works of other artists who have explored this style.

About the artist

Portrait of Thomas Roberts
Artist

Thomas Roberts

Thomas William Roberts (8 March 1856 – 14 September 1931) was an English-born Australian artist and a key member of the Heidelberg School art movement, also known as Australian impressionism.

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