Meadowland (1985) by Gerhard Richter

Meadowland - Gerhard Richter - 1985

Artwork Information

TitleMeadowland
ArtistGerhard Richter
Date1985
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions(90.5 x 94.9 cm)
Art MovementNew European Painting
Current LocationThe Museum of Modern Art, New York

About Meadowland

The artwork titled “Meadowland” was created by the artist Gerhard Richter in 1985. It is an oil on canvas that measures 90.5 by 94.9 centimeters. As a work reflective of the New European Painting movement, this figurative piece is currently housed in The Museum of Modern Art in New York.

“Meadowland” depicts a serene rural scene, characterized by a soft, almost blurred execution, which is a signature style of Richter. In the foreground, a lush expanse of grass peppered with a few trees and fence posts suggests the boundary of a field. Dominating the midground is a large, dense bush or tree, its full foliage obscuring any details of the landscape behind it. The background presents a gentle slope towards a distant horizon, where misty forms of what may be buildings or trees are barely discernible in the hazy atmosphere, blending seamlessly with the overcast sky.

The painting’s hazy quality evokes a sense of impermanence and fluidity, as if the scene is captured in a fleeting moment of memory or a snapshot succumbing to the fog of time. The subtle tonal variations and the lack of crisp edges contribute to the overall dreamlike impression of the artwork. Through this technique, Richter challenges the viewers’ perception and invites contemplation on the nature of reality and representation in art.

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