Emotionalism

Claude Monet (French) birth:1840,death:1879

The Red Kerchief: Portrait of Camille Monet 1873

Oil on canvas, 79.3 x 99 centimeters

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland U.S.A.

I think that this painting may be either realism or emotionalism, though more emotionalism since the girl's expression and the colors used make her look sad and lonely. It is supposed to be a portrait, and also makes me feel sad when I look at this. The colors are somewhat dark, giving the painting quite a lonely feeling. The painting is not very detailed, and looks sort of rough. The shape is also impotant, making the walls look more detailed and the girl look like she is moving with the assistance of color. Line is used to make the window look very finished, and to elaborate on the girl's clothing. 

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