Artwork
The Star Ridge with the King's Peak
The Star Ridge with the King's Peak is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Paul Cezanne. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Star Ridge with the King's Peak is an 1890 oil painting by Paul Cézanne, characteristic of his Post-Impressionist style. The landscape depicts a mountainous scene with buildings, trees, and a prominent peak, rendered in muted greens, browns, blues, and oranges.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a landscape featuring a foreground with architectural elements and vegetation, set against the backdrop of a large mountain. The composition explores the relationship between natural and man-made elements within a landscape.
Technique & Style
Cézanne employed expressive, textured brushstrokes and a predominantly earthy color palette to create depth and atmosphere. The work reflects his transitional style, moving from naturalism towards more structured, geometric forms.
History & Provenance
Created in 1890, the painting is now part of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Cézanne was born on January 19, 1839, in Aix-en-Provence, the son of a hatter turned wealthy banker.
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