Artwork

The River Loire at Nevers

The River Loire at Nevers, by Henri Harpignies, unspecified, 1901
The River Loire at Nevers, by Henri Harpignies, unspecified, 1901

The River Loire at Nevers is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Henri Harpignies. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The River Loire at Nevers is a 1901 painting by Henri Joseph Harpignies, a French artist known for his landscapes.

Technique & Style

Harpignies' work is characterized by detailed and atmospheric renderings of natural scenes, often employing Impressionist techniques to capture light and landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the Loire River in Nevers, conveying the region's serene and picturesque qualities.

History & Provenance

The River Loire at Nevers is part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Henri Harpignies

Artist

Henri Harpignies

Henri-Joseph Harpignies (French pronunciation: ; June 28, 1819 – August 28, 1916) was a French landscape painter of the Barbizon school.

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