The WatermillNadežda Petrović · 1901

  • Painting mediumOil
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementExpressionism
  • Creation date1901
  • Art period19th Century
  • MuseumMuseums of Serbia
The painting of the Bavarian landscape belongs to the Munich period of Nadežda

Nadežda Petrović (1873 – 1915)

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About this artwork

  • Title: The Watermill
  • Artist: Nadežda Petrović
  • Year: 1901
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Museums of Serbia
  • Movement: Expressionism
  • Medium: Oil
  • Period: 19th Century
  • Creative period: Munich Period

Quick Facts

  • Artistic style: Munich period landscape
  • Movement: Expressionism
  • Notable elements: Watermill, bridge, boat, and figures
  • Year: 1901

Questions & Answers

How old was Nadežda Petrović when creating "The Watermill" in 1901?

Nadežda Petrović made "The Watermill" at the age of 28. The artist was born in 1873 and the work is dated 1901.

Are the colors of "The Watermill" by Nadežda Petrović saturated or muted?

The palette of "The Watermill" is subtle color in saturation.

How do movement and era meet in "The Watermill" by Nadežda Petrović?

"The Watermill" belongs to the Expressionism movement, and its creator worked in the Modern era.

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