June Pastoral
About the Artwork
Painted during Metcalf's most celebrated period as a leading figure in the American Impressionist movement, this work exemplifies his ability to capture the specific character of New England's pastoral landscape during the height of summer. Created just two years after he won the Corcoran Gallery's gold medal, June Pastoral reflects Metcalf's mature style that had evolved from his earlier Tonalist influences toward a more vibrant interpretation of seasonal light and atmosphere. The painting represents his ongoing exploration of how American light differs from the Mediterranean luminosity that influenced his French Impressionist predecessors; here, the softer, more filtered quality of northeastern summer creates an intimate, contemplative mood that became signature to the Old Lyme art colony aesthetic.
Product Specifications
- Finished size
- 30 x 28 in
- Frame
- Gold, premium resin, mitred
- Canvas
- Heavyweight Fredrix poly/cotton
- Finish
- Hand-applied gesso embellishment
- Inks
- Archival HP Latex, 100-year colorfastness
- Stretcher
- Solid poplar, kiln dried
- Hanging
- Wire and dust cover fitted
- Item
- 1650421
Shipping, Returns & Care
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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 painting ships with a double-nail courtesy hook rated for every size, Estate included.
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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