Twilight on Lake Geneva - Gustave Courbet
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The artwork in a nutshell
Twilight on Lake Geneva by Gustave Courbet plunges us into a peaceful, melancholy atmosphere. The painting reveals a lake with calm waters, reflecting the last glimmers of a fading sun. Shades of orange and brown blend together, creating a chromatic harmony that evokes the serenity of the moment. A few boats stand on the lake, their passengers enjoying the beauty of the moment.
Courbet, with his realistic approach, succeeded in capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature at dusk. He mastered the landscape genre, emphasising not only the precision of detail, but also the emotion that such a natural spectacle can arouse. Each brushstroke seems to be an ode to nature, reminding us of the constant interaction between man and his environment.
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Reproduction de Crépuscule sur le lac de Genève de Gustave Courbet


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