Artwork
St. Cloud
St. Cloud is a gouache drawing by the Romanticist artist American 19th Century. It dates from 1843 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. St.
About this work
The painting shows a quiet river scene near St. Cloud. A low bridge crosses the water. Gentle hills roll behind it.
This was made in 1843 after John Frederick Kensett. The artist used pencil first, then added thin paint called gouache. The soft grey tones make the view feel calm and timeless.
Look up the National Gallery of Art, Washington to see it in person.
Overview
St. Cloud is a 1843 drawing that captures a serene river landscape near St. Cloud, featuring a curved river, a low bridge, and rolling hills in the background.
Subject & Meaning
The artwork depicts a peaceful natural setting with subtle hints of human presence, emphasizing the harmony between nature and quiet human activity.
Technique & Style
Executed in graphite with gouache on wove paper, the piece employs sketch-like strokes and a predominantly grey palette to convey a sense of calm and timelessness.
History & Provenance
Created after John Frederick Kensett in 1843, the drawing is now part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
Artist & collection
Artist
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