South View of Christ Church, from the Meadows (1798 – 1799) by J.M.W. Turner

South View of Christ Church, from the Meadows - J.M.W. Turner - 1798 - 1799

Artwork Information

TitleSouth View of Christ Church, from the Meadows
ArtistJ.M.W. Turner
Date1798 - 1799
Mediumwatercolor,paper
Dimensions45 x 31.5 cm
Art MovementRomanticism
Current LocationAshmolean Museum, Oxford, UK

About South View of Christ Church, from the Meadows

The artwork “South View of Christ Church, from the Meadows,” created by J.M.W. Turner between 1798 and 1799, is a watercolor on paper masterpiece. It exemplifies the Romanticism art movement, depicting a cityscape genre with dimensions of 45 x 31.5 cm. This piece is housed in the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, UK.

The artwork presents a tranquil scene featuring Christ Church from the Meadows, capturing an idyllic and reflective moment. The use of watercolor allows for subtle gradations of tone and light, contributing to a serene and atmospheric effect. The presence of boats in the foreground suggests a harmonious interplay between human activity and the natural environment, while the architecture dominates with a sense of timeless grandeur. The detailed yet soft rendering of the trees and water enhances the sense of tranquility and romanticism associated with Turner’s style.

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