Who painted Urban Landscape?

Urban Landscape was painted by Charles Leickert in 1856.

Where can I see Urban Landscape?

Urban Landscape is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is Urban Landscape?

Urban Landscape is associated with Barbizon school.

Artwork

Urban Landscape

Charles Leickert , 1856

Urban Landscape is an oil painting by the Barbizon school artist Charles Leickert. It dates from 1856 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Urban Landscape, painted in 1856 by Charles Leickert, is a Dutch oil painting depicting a serene cityscape with a central canal, figures near a building, docked boats, and a background church steeple.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a tranquil urban scene, emphasizing everyday life and architectural elements. The composition guides the viewer's eye into the depth of the scene, evoking a sense of calm.

Technique & Style

Leickert employed muted browns and grays, and chiaroscuro to create depth and atmosphere, characteristic of the Barbizon School's focus on light and shadow effects.

History & Provenance

Created in 1856 within the Barbizon School movement, the painting is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Charles Leickert

Charles Henri Joseph Leickert (22 September 1816, Brussels – 5 December 1907, Mainz) was a Dutch painter of landscapes. As a specialist in winter landscapes, he explored the nuances of the evening sky and the rosy-fingered dawn.