Summer Landscape with Split Rail Fence, Lyme
Identifier
2019.54.4
Date Created
ca. 1913
Work Medium
Dimensions
10" x 7" x ;14" x 11.25"
Historical Context
In 1841, the tin tube was invented, allowing painters to take their materials out into nature with them for the first time. Prior to this, painters had to mix their paints themselves using pigment and oily animal fats. The paint was often stored in pig bladders that could not be resealed. Moving away from this method enabled plein-air painting (painting outdoors).
Description
Oil on canvas painting of a wooden split rail fence with gate. Large tree or bush to left of the of the fence, with other smaller foliage throughout. Light brown pathway in front of and behind gate.
Credit
Gift of Anita M. Gilleo
