Artwork

Landscape

Landscape, by Ernesto de la Cárcova, oil, 1902
Landscape, by Ernesto de la Cárcova, oil, 1902

Landscape is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Ernesto de la Cárcova. It dates from 1902 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

About this work

Overview

Landscape is an oil painting created by Ernesto de la Cárcova in 1902, currently housed at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a rugged, natural landscape characterized by rocky terrain, grass, and a dramatic cloudy sky. The composition conveys a sense of depth and contrast, evoking a contemplative atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Visible brushstrokes in oil paint impart texture to the rocky and grassy elements. A muted color palette (browns, grays, greens) is employed, with chiaroscuro techniques creating pronounced light and shadow effects that enhance spatial illusion.

History & Provenance

Created in 1902 by Ernesto de la Cárcova, the work is part of the collection at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Artist & collection