Study in ProvenceAugustus Edwin John · 1926
Oil On Canvas- WallArt
- Post-Impressionism
1926- Modern
38.0 x 39.0 cm
Fitzwilliam College
The Composition of Study in Provence
Study in Provence is an oil on canvas painting created circa AD 1926. The work features a portrait of a woman positioned in the center, standing before a tree. She is depicted wearing a blue dress with her hands resting on her hips, a posture that suggests she is posing for the artist.
In addition to the central figure, two other individuals are visible within the composition. One person is located near the top left corner of the image, while another individual can be seen at the bottom right corner. These two figures appear smaller and less prominent than the woman in the center.
Technical Details
The painting is executed on canvas with the following specifications:
- Canvas Height: 38.1 cm
- Canvas Width: 39.1 cm
- Total Dimensions: 49.5 cm x 49.5 cm
- Frame Depth: 6 cm
Augustus Edwin John (1878 – 1961)
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About this artwork
- Title: Study in Provence
- Artist: Augustus Edwin John
- Year: 1926
- Original dimensions: 38.0 x 39.0 cm
- Format: Square
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Fitzwilliam College
- Movement: Post-Impressionism
- Period: Modern
- Medium type: WallArt
Quick Facts
- Notable elements or techniques: Portraiture; Detailed observation
- Year: 1926
- Location: Private Collection
- Subject or theme: Landscape; Figure
- Artistic style: Realistic
Questions & Answers
What color harmony does "Study in Provence" by Augustus Edwin John display?
The colors of "Study in Provence" by Augustus Edwin John show a softly mixed palette harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.
What subject and atmosphere does "Study in Provence" by Augustus Edwin John combine?
"Study in Provence" by Augustus Edwin John combines provence, woman, landscape, portrait, wales, bohemian, painting, 1926 with an elegant atmosphere.
How is the color composition of "Study in Provence" by Augustus Edwin John built?
In "Study in Provence", a bold contrast is paired with a softly mixed palette harmony.