The Banks of the Oise
The Met
Artist: Charles-François Daubigny(French, Paris 1817–1878 Paris)
Date: 1863
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on wood
Dimensions: 14 3/4 x 26 3/8 in. (37.5 x 67 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Benjamin Altman, 1913
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A wide river reflects a light sky, flowing past a tree-lined bank with figures and buildings
Detailed Description
The painting depicts a wide river scene under a light blue sky with soft, wispy clouds. The sky, occupying the top half, transitions from pale blue at the top to a lighter, almost white hue near the horizon, with hints of pale pink and orange in the clouds. The river, which fills the bottom half of the canvas, is dark and reflective, mirroring the sky and the trees along its banks. On the left side, a tree-lined bank extends into the mid-ground. The foliage is a mix of deep greens and autumnal browns and reds. Two small figures are visible near the water's edge on this bank; one stands upright, while another sits or kneels closer to the water. A small, dark boat is partially visible near the bank. Further along the bank, a cluster of tall, slender trees with sparse, reddish-brown leaves stands out against the greener foliage. In the distance, along the right bank, a collection of buildings with reddish-brown roofs and light-colored walls is situated among trees. A slender spire rises from one of these structures. The river continues into the far distance, with more trees lining its banks and a few small, dark boats scattered on the water.
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