The François Zola Dam
1879 Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales
About this artwork
This painting by Paul Cézanne depicts a landscape in Provence, France, featuring what is believed to be the François Zola Dam, amidst rolling hills and scattered buildings. The work is characterized by the artist's structured brushwork and use of distinct planes of color to build form.
Did you know?
Paul Cézanne, a pivotal figure in Post-Impressionism, often found inspiration in the landscapes of his native Provence. The François Zola Dam, a significant engineering feat built by the father of his childhood friend Émile Zola, represented a confluence of nature and human endeavor. Cézanne's analytical approach to this scene helped lay the groundwork for Cubism, as he sought to simplify natural forms into geometric components.
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The François Zola Dam
Paul Cezanne, 1879
