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Gathering Storm on Long Island Sound

John Frederick Kensett

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a body of water and a cloudy sky. The foreground features a grassy hill with several trees, including two tall, thin trees with sparse foliage on the right side and one taller tree with more foliage on the left. The hill is covered in grass, rocks, and small bushes. In the background, the water stretches out, appearing calm and gray. On the horizon, there are several white sailboats. The sky above is filled with clouds, displaying shades of blue, pink, and orange, suggesting a sunset or sunrise. The overall atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and contemplative.

Artwork Details

Date
1872
Medium
Oil on canvas
Culture
American
Dimensions
484 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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