Crossing The Ford
To scale 31 x 28 in on the wall
Representative Hand-applied gesso embellishment
About the Artwork
Painted during Inness's mature period when he was developing his distinctive Tonalist approach, this work demonstrates his evolution beyond the precise documentation of the Hudson River School toward a more subjective interpretation of nature. The late 1860s marked a crucial transition in Inness's career as he increasingly embraced the spiritual philosophy of Emanuel Swedenborg, believing that landscape painting should convey divine presence through natural forms rather than merely record topographical details. This philosophical shift aligned with his exposure to Barbizon techniques during his European sojourns, resulting in works like this that prioritize mood and atmosphere over literal representation; the painting exemplifies his belief that art should serve as a conduit between the material and spiritual worlds.
Product Specifications
- Heavyweight Fredrix poly/cotton artist canvas
- Archival HP Latex inks, 100-year colorfastness
- Hand-applied gesso embellishment over the print
- Solid poplar stretcher bars, kiln dried
- Premium resin frame, mitred and joined
- Hanging wire and dust cover fitted before it ships
- Finished size
- 31 x 28 in
- Frame finish
- Gold
- Item
- 1561021
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Care & Hanging
Every piece arrives ready to hang: wire hardware pre-installed, kraft paper dust cover, gallery-finished corners.
Hanging: Every piece ships with hanging hardware.
Care: Dust lightly with a soft, dry cloth as needed. Avoid direct sunlight to preserve the colors. Avoid hanging in high-humidity environments (bathrooms with active showers). Our finish is durable but is not waterproof.
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