Artwork
Arcadisch landschap met ondergaande zon
Arcadisch landschap met ondergaande zon is an oil painting by Daniël Dupré. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Arcadisch landschap met ondergaande zon is a 1800 oil painting by Daniël Dupré, a Dutch artist known for landscapes and architectural scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts an idyllic landscape at sunset, featuring a couple conversing near a bridge, a reclining figure by the water, and others around a classical temple, set amidst lush trees and rocks.
Technique & Style
Dupré employed chiaroscuro to create a dramatic atmosphere, using light and shadow to accentuate the scene's elements, particularly the figures and buildings, with warm colors dominating the sky.
History & Provenance
Created by Dupré, who was trained at the Stadstekenacademie under Jurriaan Andriessen, the painting is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Daniël Dupré (20 December 1751 – 4 June 1817) was a Dutch engraver, painter, draftsman, and watercolorist.
