Artwork
The Marne
The Marne is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Eliseo Meifrén y Roig. It dates from 1932 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
About this work
Overview
The Marne is a 1932 oil painting by Eliseo Meifrèn i Roig, a Spanish artist associated with the Impressionist movement. It is part of the collection at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene river landscape with boats, trees, and a distant village. The tranquil atmosphere is enhanced by the soft color palette and the gentle reflections on the water's surface, creating a sense of depth and inviting the viewer into the scene.
Technique & Style
Visible brushstrokes give the painting a textured quality. Meifrèn i Roig's use of color and composition contributes to the overall sense of tranquility, characteristic of his landscape works and Impressionist influences.
History & Provenance
Meifrèn i Roig was born in Barcelona in 1869 and spent much of his life there before his death in 1940. The Marne was created in 1932, during the artist's later period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eliseo Meifrèn i Roig (24 December 1857/59, Barcelona – 5 February 1940, Barcelona) was a Spanish Impressionist painter.
