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Un mattino di settembre [A September Morning]

Celestino Turletti

1885

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

Un mattino di settembre [A September Morning] is a 1885 ink by Celestino Turletti, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Celestino Turletti
When & what style?: 1885 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene forest scene, with tall trees and a grassy clearing. The trees are depicted in various shades of gray, with some having darker trunks and lighter leaves. The grassy area in the foreground is also rendered in different shades of gray, creating a sense of depth and texture. In the background, the trees appear to be more sparse, with glimpses of a lighter sky peeking through the foliage. The overall effect is one of tranquility and stillness, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a hidden glade deep in the forest. The artist's use of etching and roulette techniques creates a sense of intricate detail and texture, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. For more works like this, explore the movement of Impressionism.