Who painted Trees Reflected in a Brook?

Trees Reflected in a Brook was painted by Joseph Vernet in 1752.

Where can I see Trees Reflected in a Brook?

Trees Reflected in a Brook is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Trees Reflected in a Brook?

Trees Reflected in a Brook is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Trees Reflected in a Brook?

Museum-quality prints of Trees Reflected in a Brook are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Trees Reflected in a Brook

Joseph Vernet , 1752

Trees Reflected in a Brook is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Joseph Vernet. It dates from 1752 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:later hand lower left in brown ink on mount: Joseph Vernet; lower right in black ink on mount: J. Vernet

About this work

Overview

Trees Reflected in a Brook is a 1752 pen and brown ink drawing by Claude-Joseph Vernet, capturing a serene natural scene of trees, bushes, and their reflections in a shallow brook.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing focuses on the quiet interplay between a wooded landscape and the reflective surface of a brook, showcasing Vernet's attention to the subtleties of natural environments.

Technique & Style

Executed in brown ink, the work features tight, overlapping strokes and wavy lines to convey texture, shadow, and the mirroring effect of water, with the yellowed paper enhancing the warm, naturalistic tone.

History & Provenance

Created in 1752 by Claude-Joseph Vernet (1714-1789), a French artist renowned for his landscapes, the drawing exemplifies his detailed study of the outdoors.

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Artist

Joseph Vernet

Claude-Joseph Vernet (French pronunciation: ; 14 August 1714 – 3 December 1789) was a French painter. His son Carle Vernet and daughter Marguerite Émilie Chalgrin were also painters.