Landscape Sketch
c. 1827-1830
About this artwork
This small-scale study exemplifies the atmospheric landscapes created by the founder of the Hudson River School. It features a muted, monochromatic palette characteristic of his preparatory sketches.
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Thomas Cole is widely regarded as the founder of the Hudson River School, an American art movement that emphasized the awe-inspiring beauty of the wilderness. This sketch displays his typical focus on atmospheric effects, where the light and mood often carry as much weight as the geographical features themselves.
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Landscape Sketch
Thomas Cole, c. 1827-1830
