Who painted The Little Orme?

The Little Orme was painted by John Finnie in 1899.

Where can I see The Little Orme?

The Little Orme is held by National Library of Wales.

What movement is The Little Orme?

The Little Orme is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

The Little Orme

John Finnie , 1899

The Little Orme is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist John Finnie. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales.

About this work

Overview

The Little Orme is a painting created by John Finnie in 1899. It is an oil-on-canvas work held in the National Library of Wales.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the Little Orme, a coastal rock formation near the sea. It shows a rugged cliffside with a large rock formation in the foreground and gentle waves in the background, evoking a sense of serenity and calmness.

Technique & Style

Finnie used oil paint to create depth and atmosphere, with a muted palette dominated by shades of brown and gray. The artist's use of chiaroscuro is evident in the strong contrasts between light and dark, adding to the overall effect of the scene.

History & Provenance

John Finnie, a Scottish landscape painter and engraver, produced The Little Orme after moving to Towyn in northern Wales, where he created numerous regional landscapes. The painting is now part of the National Library of Wales collection.