“Study for The Meadows” is a landscape artwork created around 1882 by the artist Thomas Eakins. Adhering to the Realism art movement, this piece measures 35.56 x 26.03 cm and resides in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a serene landscape dominated by lush greenery. A prominent feature is the cluster of trees at the center, which appear to be in full foliage, exhibiting various shades of green and interspersed with hints of brown, likely representing the play of light and shadows. The sky above is rendered in light, airy strokes, conveying a tranquil atmosphere. The expanses of grass and brush in the foreground are imbued with rich, earthy tones, providing a strong sense of depth and natural beauty. Overall, the composition exudes a calm and reflective mood, characteristic of Eakins’ meticulous attention to detail and the Realism movement’s emphasis on depicting the natural world with authenticity.
