The artwork titled “Landscape with Fisherman” by George Caleb Bingham, created in 1850, is an oil painting on canvas measuring 76.2 by 63.5 centimeters. This piece belongs to the Romanticism and Naïve Art (Primitivism) movements and falls within the landscape genre.
In this serene scene, a lone fisherman is depicted at the edge of a tranquil stream, surrounded by towering trees and lush foliage. The expansive sky overhead, painted in soft hues, conveys a sense of calm and quiet. The gentle slope of the riverbank and the subtle play of light and shadow enhance the idyllic nature of the environment. The natural elements— majestic trees with their detailed leaves, the rocky outcrop on the right, and the meandering river—together create a harmonious portrayal of rural tranquility. The artist’s attention to detail and the use of calm, earth-toned colors emphasize the peaceful coexistence of man and nature in this picturesque landscape.
