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Evening at the Lock, Napanoch, New York

Theodore Robinson

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a body of water, likely a river or canal, in the foreground. The water is calm and reflects the surrounding environment. A grassy bank is in the foreground on the right side. On the left side of the painting, a red brick building with white trim and a gable roof stands. The building has multiple windows on the visible side. Behind the building, there are trees and bushes. Further back, more trees and a mountain range are visible under a light-colored sky. The overall color palette is subdued with shades of green, brown, and soft sky tones. The style of the painting suggests an impressionist technique.

Artwork details

Date:
1893
Medium:
oil on canvas
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 411 px
Museum record:
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