Artwork

Landscape near Waasmunster

Landscape near Waasmunster, by Jacques Rosseels, oil, 1878
Landscape near Waasmunster, by Jacques Rosseels, oil, 1878

Landscape near Waasmunster is an oil painting by Jacques Rosseels. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

About this work

Overview

Landscape near Waasmunster is an oil painting created by Jacques Rosseels around 1878. It is part of the collection at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a peaceful scene with a river, trees, and houses. A small boat is moored in the river, which runs through the center of the composition, creating a sense of depth and calmness.

Technique & Style

Rosseels used oil paint to achieve a warm and textured effect. The reflection of the surrounding foliage on the river's surface adds to the stillness of the scene, while soft, muted colors contribute to the overall harmony and balance of the composition.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jacques Rosseels

Artist

Jacques Rosseels

Jacques Rosseels (1828–1912) was an artist, born in Antwerp.