Artwork
The Bathing Pool
The Bathing Pool is an oil painting by the American Folk Art artist Charles Codman. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
The Bathing Pool is an oil painting created by Charles Codman in 1830. It is a representative work of American folk art, held in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene outdoor scene with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and trees. Several figures are shown standing or sitting around the pool, conveying a sense of relaxation and calmness.
Technique & Style
Soft lighting and muted colors contribute to the peaceful atmosphere of the scene. The dense foliage in the background creates a sense of depth, while the figures in the foreground are rendered in a straightforward manner.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Codman (1800 – September 11, 1842) was an American painter. A native of Portland, Maine, he was known for his landscape and marine paintings.
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Landscape
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