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The Cross of Gold, by Victor Dubreuil, oil, 1898

The Cross of Gold

Victor Dubreuil

1898

oil

canvas

From the collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Cross of Gold is a 1898 oil by Victor Dubreuil, a American Impressionism work, held at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

Who painted this?
Victor Dubreuil
When & what style?
1898 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

About this work

This painting shows a cross made of old money, with a few gold pins holding it together. The cross is made up of several bills, some of which are folded or torn. The bills are all different denominations and have different designs on them. The background of the painting is a dark brown color, which helps the cross stand out. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to look up Victor Dubreuil.

About the artist

Artist

Victor Dubreuil

Victor Dubreuil was a French–American artist known for his trompe l'oeil paintings of money.

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