Artwork
La cascada del Iguazú
La cascada del Iguazú is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Augusto Ballerini. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
About this work
Overview
La cascada del Iguazú is a painting created by Augusto Ballerini in 1896 using oil paint. It is part of the National Museum of Fine Arts collection in Buenos Aires.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Iguazú Falls, showcasing a waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. The scene captures the dynamic movement of the water and the natural environment.
Technique & Style
Executed in an impressionist style, the work features thick white paint to convey the energy of the water. The surrounding foliage is rendered in dark tones, contrasting with the light blue sky above.
Artist & collection
Artist
Augusto Ballerini (20 August 1857, Buenos Aires – 28 February 1902, Buenos Aires) was an Argentine painter of portraits, historical scenes and landscapes.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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