Artwork
On the River Sainte-Gertrude, Caudebec, Normandy
On the River Sainte-Gertrude, Caudebec, Normandy is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist John Quinton Pringle. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
About this work
Overview
On the River Sainte-Gertrude, Caudebec, Normandy is a 1910 oil painting by John Quinton Pringle, a Scottish artist associated with the Glasgow Boys. It is part of the collection at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tranquil riverside scene in Caudebec, Normandy, featuring a river, lush greenery, and a small house in the background. The serene landscape is characterized by a soft, pale blue sky.
Technique & Style
Pringle's work is marked by loose brushwork and a focus on light, typical of impressionist techniques. The use of vivid greens and calming blues creates a sense of depth and atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created in 1910, the painting is an example of Pringle's work during a period influenced by Jules Bastien-Lepage and the impressionist movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Quinton Pringle (13 December 1864 – 25 April 1925) was a Scottish painter, influenced by Jules Bastien-Lepage and associated with the Glasgow Boys.
