Sunset at Eragny by Camille Pissarro
Description: Sunset at Eragny by Camille Pissarro, painted in 1898, depicts a serene rural landscape at dusk. The artwork shows the sun setting over the fields of Eragny, a village in northern France where Pissarro spent time. The painting captures the soft, warm hues of the sunset and the quiet beauty of the countryside, with the fields and trees bathed in the fading light. Pissarro’s impressionistic brushstrokes convey the tranquil mood and the atmospheric effects of the setting sun.
Camille Pissarro, a key figure in both Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, was known for his landscape paintings that often depicted rural scenes with a focus on light and color. In Sunset at Eragny, Pissarro’s technique reflects his dedication to capturing the fleeting moments of natural light and the essence of the landscape. The painting illustrates his ability to convey the beauty of rural life and the changing qualities of the natural world through his art.
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Location and Date Created: Created in 1898.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Sunset at Eragny.
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Artwork Style: Impressionism.
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Current Location: Musée d'Orsay, Paris, France.
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Subject/Topic: A rural landscape at sunset, showcasing the serene and atmospheric qualities of the countryside in the fading light.
