Walk Around the Island (1890) by Childe Hassam

Walk Around the Island - Childe Hassam - 1890

Artwork Information

TitleWalk Around the Island
ArtistChilde Hassam
Date1890
Art MovementImpressionism

About Walk Around the Island

The artwork titled “Walk Around the Island” was created by the artist Childe Hassam in 1890 and is a representative work of the Impressionist movement. This particular piece falls within the genre of landscape painting, showcasing Hassam’s application of impressionist techniques to capture the essence of natural scenery.

In the painting, one can observe the artist’s use of vibrant colors and loose brushstrokes, characteristics of Impressionism, to convey the texture of the landscape. The image depicts a rocky terrain with a cacophony of colors suggesting the presence of foliage and flowers. Notably, the sky is rendered with broad strokes of blue, while the water beneath reflects an array of colors, mirroring the surroundings with impressionistic dabs of paint. Light seems to play a significant role, enhancing the perception of a sunny landscape and the ambiance of a leisurely stroll around the island. Even though the picture does not contain any visible figures, Hassam’s lively application of paint evokes the movement and light of an outdoor scene.

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