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Piccadilly Circus

Naam Klas Datum

george hyde pownall, Piccadilly Circus. Publiek domein

De feiten

Kunstenaar
george hyde pownall artsdot.com/nl/artists/george-hyde-pownall/
Geboortedatum en -overlijden kunstenaar
1876 – 1932

In context

Piccadilly Circus — george hyde pownall

Wanneer zou dit geschilderd kunnen zijn?

  1. 1870
  2. 1880
  3. 1890
  4. 1900
  5. 1910
  6. 1920
  7. 1930

Shaded: het leven van george hyde pownall (1876–1932)

Voor deze opname is geen exacte datum bekend — uitgaande van de levensloop van de artiest en de stijl van het werk, in welk decennium zou u dit plaatsen?

Vergelijkbare werken

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Kleurenpalet

Gemeten op basis van de afbeelding

    Hoofdkleur

    Driftwood #ca9569

    Gecatalogiseerd palet

    • #CA9569
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    • #7C382C
    • #ECDABC
    Palet
    Dark De dominante kleurfamilie in de afbeelding.
    Naam hoofdkleur
    Driftwood
    Intensiteit
    Vivid De mate van verzadiging en variatie in de kleuren, variërend van een enkele ingetogen tint tot vele heldere kleuren.
    Contrast
    Statement De mate waarin de kleuren in helderheid en verzadiging variëren over het gehele kunstwerk.
    Harmonie
    Strong Color Unity De mate waarin de kleuren samensmelten, van contrasterend tot volledig harmonieus.
    Helderheid
    Bright Hoe licht of donker het beeld in zijn geheel oogt, van diepe schaduw tot helder hoogtepunt.
    Verzadiging
    Clear Color Presence Hoe puur en krachtig de kleuren zijn, van bijna grijs tot volledig levendig.

    Kunstenaar en museum

    Kunstenaar

    george hyde pownall

    George Hyde Pownall (1866 - 1939): Painter of London’s Atmospheric Glow

    George Hyde Pownall was a painter of evocative London Street scenes, often at night. Like many artists of the period very little is known of his career, although he is known to have painted very attractive, usually small pictures of London. He painted in the tradition of John Atkinson Grimshaw (1836-1893) and James Abbott McNeil Whistler, PRBA (1834-1903) combining the effects of fine detail with the loose manner of impressionism. Born in England during a period of great cultural change, Hyde-Pownall grew to demonstrate a marked awareness of the burgeoning technology and industrialization that spread throughout his country’s metropolitan centers. He frequented London’s most lively intersections producing works that captured the glowing lights, omni-buses and thrill of Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, and Hyde Park. He also offered a number of striking views from the Thames River that incorporated London’s famous landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Hyde Pownall had the great gift of painting atmospheric views at a time when both the horse and motorcar were commonplace and the streets of London were lit by gaslight. He also worked in Australia, and examples by him are in the Melbourne City Council.

    Early Life & Training:

    Little is recorded of Hyde-Pownall’s formative years.

    London Landscapes: Capturing the Spirit of Victorian Night

    Hyde Pownall's paintings suggest that he traveled to Australia where he created views of Melbourne, perhaps during the years 1911 – 1930. Today, the artist’s works can be found in the State Library of Victoria, Melbourne. He painted many of the high spots of London such as the Law Courts in Chancery Lane, along the Thames, St Paul’s and the Café Royal in Regents Street, often frequented by the likes of Oscar Wilde and other literary dandies of the fashionable set. Hyde Pownall had the great gift of painting atmospheric views at a time when both the horse and motorcar were commonplace and the streets of London were lit by gaslight. He also worked in Australia, and examples by him are in the Melbourne City Council.

    Notable Works:

    "Westminster": An impressionistic landscape featuring Big Ben & sailing boats. Oil on canvas, warm tones, and visible brushstrokes capture a fleeting moment in time. Located at Westminster.

    "Eaton Square": An exquisite impressionistic painting of a river scene with a majestic cathedral silhouette. Hand-painted reproductions available.

    Technique & Style

    Hyde Pownall’s paintings combine the effects of fine detail with the loose manner of impressionism. He painted many of the high spots of London such as the Law Courts in Chancery Lane, along the Thames, St Paul’s and the Café Royal in Regents Street, often frequented by the likes of Oscar Wilde and other literary dandies of the fashionable set. Hyde Pownall had the great gift of painting atmospheric views at a time when both the horse and motorcar were commonplace and the streets of London were lit by gaslight. He also worked in Australia, and examples by him are in the Melbourne City Council.

    Influences:

    Grimshaw & Whistler: Hyde Pownall’s artistic vision was shaped by the luminist painters John Atkinson Grimshaw (1836-1893) and James Abbott McNeil Whistler, PRBA (1834-1903).

    Legacy & Recognition

    Hyde Pownall’s works are held in the State Library of Victoria, Melbourne. He painted many of the high spots of London such as the Law Courts in Chancery Lane, along the Thames, St Paul’s and the Café Royal in Regents Street, often frequented by the likes of Oscar Wilde and other literary dandies of the fashionable set. Hyde Pownall had the great gift of painting atmospheric views at a time when both the horse and motorcar were commonplace and the streets of London were lit by gaslight. He also worked in Australia, and examples by him are in the Melbourne City Council.

    Further Exploration

    George Daniell Museum: Explore George Daniell Museum in Miami Beach! Discover iconic black-and-white photography of Hollywood stars & artists like Georgia O’Keeffe. Vibrant culture, captivating exhibits.

    The Hyde Collection Art Museum and Historic Home: Explore art & history at The Hyde Collection! Discover Old Masters, American art, and the stunning historic Hyde House in Glens Falls, NY. A unique museum experience awaits!

    Questroyal Fine Art: George Hyde-Pownall - Questroyal Fine Art

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    Bronvermelding voor dit kunstwerk

    MLA
    pownall, george hyde. Piccadilly Circus. n.d., https://artsdot.com/nl/art/george-hyde-pownall-piccadilly-circus-9DH4HM-en/
    APA
    pownall, george hyde (n.d.). Piccadilly Circus [Painting]. https://artsdot.com/nl/art/george-hyde-pownall-piccadilly-circus-9DH4HM-en/
    Chicago
    george hyde pownall. Piccadilly Circus. n.d. https://artsdot.com/nl/art/george-hyde-pownall-piccadilly-circus-9DH4HM-en/
    Harvard
    pownall, george hyde (n.d.) Piccadilly Circus. Available at: https://artsdot.com/nl/art/george-hyde-pownall-piccadilly-circus-9DH4HM-en/

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