Artwork
daughter and her Dog, Bas Saint-Laurent
daughter and her Dog, Bas Saint-Laurent is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist William Brymner. It dates from 1905 and is held in the collection of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
About this work
Overview
Daughter and Her Dog, Bas Saint-Laurent is a 1905 oil painting by William Brymner, a Canadian artist and educator associated with the Impressionist movement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young girl and her dog on a beach, with a serene landscape in the background. The girl wears a light-colored dress and straw hat, while the dog sits beside her on a leash.
Technique & Style
Brymner's use of color and light creates a warm and tranquil atmosphere, emphasizing the central figures. The artist's attention to texture and expression adds depth to the scene.
History & Provenance
Brymner was a key figure in the development of Canadian Impressionism and taught many artists who later became prominent in Canadian modern art.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Brymner, (December 14, 1855 – June 18, 1925) was a Canadian figure and landscape painter and educator.
