Artwork
Barks Fleeing Before the Storm
Barks Fleeing Before the Storm is an oil painting by the Barbizon school artist Jules Dupré. It dates from 1872 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
Barks Fleeing Before the Storm, an 1872 oil on canvas painting by Jules Dupré, exemplifies the Barbizon school’s emphasis on naturalistic rural landscapes. The dramatic scene captures a moment of urgency as a herd of cows flees across a flat, open field with a storm approaching.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a herd of cows rushing away from an impending storm, with dark clouds looming behind. The sense of urgency may reflect the turmoil of the time, as the work was created during a period of war in France.
Technique & Style
Dupré’s characteristic rough, thick brushwork is evident in the painting, contributing to the dynamic and turbulent atmosphere of the stormy scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1872, the painting is now part of the Art Institute of Chicago’s collection.
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Artist
Jules Louis Dupré (French pronunciation: ; April 5, 1811 – October 6, 1889) was a French painter, one of the chief members of the Barbizon school of landscape painters.
