Artwork
Buttes Chaumont, Paris
Buttes Chaumont, Paris is a photography by the Impressionist artist Charles Soulier. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Buttes Chaumont, Paris is a photograph by Charles Soulier, dating to circa 1864, now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The photograph depicts a serene lakeside scene featuring a rocky cliff, a suspension bridge with a lone figure, and a partially hidden building. The composition emphasizes balance, reflected in the bridge's cables and the calm water.
Technique & Style
Characterized by a grainy, slightly faded appearance, the image showcases the technical limitations and aesthetic of early photography.
History & Provenance
Created around 1864 by Charles Soulier, the work is currently housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Context
Captured during the infancy of photography, Buttes Chaumont, Paris reflects the medium's early capabilities and the artist's choice of serene, natural subjects.
Legacy
As an early photographic work, it contributes to the historical record of 19th-century photography's development and aesthetic preferences.
Artist & collection
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Evening
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The Country Bridge (Staplylton Bridge, Bristol)
View from the Pont de la Concorde
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