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Forest
The painting depicts a picturesque fragment of forest in a manner typical of Cézanne's mature creative period, characterized by geometric simplification of forms and a harmonious color palette. The artist presents a natural landscape with an intense study of colors and textures, characteristic of Post-Impressionism.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Paul Cézanne
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Date of birth and death
19 January 1839 – 22 October 1906
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Natinality
French
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Style
Post-Impressionism, pioneering geometric form in painting, color modulation, multiple perspectives
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Significant works
Mont Sainte-Victoire series, The Card Players, The Bathers, Pyramid of Skulls, Rideau, Cruchon et Compotier
Information about the work
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Year:
1890
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Execution technique:
oil on canvas
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Location:
White House, Washington, DC, USA
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Theme:
Landscape, nature, forest
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The work reflects the artist's fascination with nature and the pursuit of a synthesized depiction of reality through the analysis of colors and forms. It shows the relationship between reality and perception, transcending the classical approach to space.
The key to interpreting the work
The painting should be interpreted as an example of Post-Impressionist transformation of landscape, paying attention to the technique of building space and color.See other works by this artist
