Sunset on the Rhine
The Met
Artist: Barend Cornelis Koekkoek(Dutch, Middelburg 1803–1862 Cleve)
Date: 1853
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 32 1/4 x 42 3/8 in. (81.9 x 107.6 cm)
Credit Line: Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Collection, Bequest of Catharine Lorillard Wolfe, 1887
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Path with figures leads to a castle town by a river, under a warm, cloudy sky
Detailed Description
A wide landscape is depicted under a warm, cloudy sky. The upper portion of the sky transitions from light blue at the top to soft orange and yellow hues near the horizon, with scattered, fluffy clouds. Several small, dark birds are visible against the sky. In the left foreground, a large, dark-leaved tree with a thick trunk and branches fills a significant portion of the left side, casting shadows. A winding dirt path emerges from the lower left corner, moving towards the center. Along this path, several small figures are depicted, some on horseback and others walking, moving towards a distant town. The midground features a prominent, light brown stone castle or large building with a tall, square tower, situated on a rise and surrounded by dense green foliage. Beyond this central structure, a sprawling town with various buildings and rooftops extends across the middle of the painting, partially obscured by trees and a soft atmospheric haze. In the background, a range of mountains appears in muted blue and gray tones. To the right, another large tree with lighter green foliage stands on a rocky outcrop, framing the view. Below it, a body of water, possibly a river or lake, reflects the sky's light. Several small boats are visible on the water, and the far bank is lined with more trees and distant structures. The overall lighting features warm light illuminating the clouds and distant landscape, while the foreground remains in deeper shadow.
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