The Pigeon Tower at Bellevue
c. 1890 Museum Folkwang
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This painting features a prominent structure, known as the Pigeon Tower, nestled among lush foliage on a hillside. It is an exemplary work from Cézanne's later period, focusing on structural elements within a natural setting.
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Cézanne often painted the landscape around his home in Aix-en-Provence, particularly the Mont Sainte-Victoire and the Château Noir. The Pigeon Tower, a part of the Château Noir estate, became a recurring motif, allowing him to explore the interplay of natural forms and geometric structures, which was central to his artistic revolution.
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The Pigeon Tower at Bellevue
Paul Cezanne, c. 1890
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