Who painted Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme?

Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme was painted by Eugène Isabey in 1833.

Where can I see Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme?

Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme?

Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme

Eugène Isabey , 1833

Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Eugène Isabey. It dates from 1833 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Souvenir de St.

About this work

Overview

Souvenir de St. Valéry sur Somme is a lithograph created by Eugène Isabey in 1833. It exemplifies Isabey's work as a lithographer and his association with the Romantic movement.

Subject & Meaning

The lithograph depicts a serene coastal scene with a moored boat, village buildings, and people in the background. The cloudy sky and gentle light evoke a tranquil atmosphere, characteristic of Isabey's attention to detail and atmospheric effects.

Technique & Style

Isabey's use of lithography allowed him to capture the subtleties of light and atmosphere in the scene. The work reflects his skill in conveying emotion and mood through his depiction of a quiet, natural setting, aligning with Romanticism's emphasis on imagination and emotional resonance.

Artist & collection

Artist

Eugène Isabey

Eugène Louis Gabriel Isabey (French pronunciation: ; 22 July 1803 – 25 April 1886) was a French painter, lithographer and watercolorist in the Romantic style.