Artwork

Nube de verano

Nube de verano, by Joaquín Sorolla, unspecified, 1900
Nube de verano, by Joaquín Sorolla, unspecified, 1900

Nube de verano is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Joaquín Sorolla. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

About this work

Overview

Nube de verano is a 1900 painting by Spanish artist Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida, exemplifying his skill in capturing sunlight and outdoor scenes. It is an impressionist work held in the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene scene of a man and woman seated together outdoors, surrounded by lush greenery. The figures are dressed in casual attire, with the man wearing a striped shirt and the woman in a floral dress, suggesting a tranquil moment in a natural setting.

Technique & Style

Sorolla's impressionist style is evident in the painting's vivid depiction of natural light and color. The brushwork captures the play of light on the subjects and their surroundings, creating a sense of immediacy and atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Joaquín Sorolla

Artist

Joaquín Sorolla

Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida (27 February 1863 – 10 August 1923) was a Spanish painter.