Wimereux Cemetery by Austin Osman Spare

Wimereux Cemetery - Austin Osman Spare -

Artwork Information

TitleWimereux Cemetery
ArtistAustin Osman Spare
Art MovementSymbolism

About Wimereux Cemetery

The artwork, entitled “Wimereux Cemetery,” is a landscape painting by the artist Austin Osman Spare. Created within the Symbolism movement, this piece captures a serene and contemplative scene of a cemetery in Wimereux.

In “Wimereux Cemetery,” Spare utilizes muted colors and delicate brushstrokes to depict the tranquil setting of the cemetery. The composition includes a wide pathway stretching into the distance, flanked by low wooden fences and patches of grass, leading to the gravestones, crosses, and a small chapel visible towards the back. The atmosphere is peaceful, evoking a sense of quiet reflection typical of the Symbolism movement. The subdued tones and sparse use of color contribute to the somber yet calming aura of the cemetery, enhancing the overall reflective mood of the artwork.

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