The Romanticism era reflected the reminiscence of the period before the rise of the Industrial Revolution. From idyll paintings of landscapes to emotional portraits, Romantic artists depict their nostalgic sentiment through their work. "Romanticism: An Art Movement" teleports viewers back to the 18th century.
On the Beach, Thomas Doughty (1793-1856), 1827 - 1828, From the collection of: Albany Institute of History & Art
"On the Beach" by Thomas Doughty presents a very peaceful and dreamlike quality through his brushstrokes and choices in neutral paint colors. The image looks like it came from a fantasy story book.
Dream of Arcadia, Thomas Cole, c. 1838, From the collection of: Denver Art Museum
I like this painting because it seems to portray a very cheery scene. I interpret that the people are relaxing during dusk and are savoring the simplicities of their life.
Ariadne, Asher Brown Durand, 1835, From the collection of: The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
I really like this painting because Durand illustrates a full-figured nude woman in a time when people were very conservative and modest. I like how this image counteracts with that idea.
Niagara Falls, from the American Side, Frederic Edwin Church, 1867, From the collection of: National Galleries Scotland: National
"Niagara Falls, from the American Side" looks like a photograph of the Niagara Falls due to the significant amount of detail and proficiency. The painting is favored among many people internationally.
Still Life with Fruit and Nuts, Robert Seldon Duncanson, 1848, From the collection of: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC
This painting of fruits presents a pleasant appeal to its viewers because beautifies food! I like how the foods placed in the back are not in focus to emphasize the ones in front.
California Spring, Albert Bierstadt (1830–1902), 1875, From the collection of: de Young museum
This painting expresses an imaginative emotion because it resembles an image in a fairytale story. It demonstrates the nostalgic theme in Romantic art.
The North Dome, Yosemite, California, Thomas Moran, 1872, From the collection of: Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Although it only consists of neutral colors, this composition highlights the simple beauty of nature. The artist seems to express his sentiments by using achromatic hues.
Eagle Cliff, Franconia Notch, New Hampshire, Jasper Francis Cropsey, 1858, From the collection of: North Carolina Museum of Art
The warm colors used for this painting reveals how some people in this era lived very pleasantly in the presence of nature.
Flower Still Life with Bird's Nest, Severin Roesen, American (born Germany), 1816 - c. 1872, 1853, From the collection of: Philadelphia Museum of Art
I really like this painting by Roesen because from a distance, the flowers look like they were photographed and the variety of colors really make the flowers pop in its disordered placements.
Patty-Cake, Lilly Martin Spencer (American, b.1822, d.1902), Circa 1855, From the collection of: Cincinnati Art Museum
The meaning of this painting can be interpreted in many ways. To me, this painting depicts the sweet relationship between a mother and child during the Romantic period.
A Match Seller, David Gilmour Blythe, circa 1859, From the collection of: North Carolina Museum of Art
Blythe uses dark and light warm colors to create this image of a young boy biting into an apple. This painting seems to demonstrate childhood innocence that many people are reminiscent of.
Farmyard in Winter, George Henry Durrie, 1858, From the collection of: The White House
This winter themed painting by George Henry Durrie reminds me of the Christmas season; it is quite a cheerful image.
The Low Lighthouse, North Shields, Robert Salmon, 1775–ca.1845, British, 1828, From the collection of: Yale Center for British Art
This work by Robert Salmon looks as if it can be included in a children's adventure book. The colors used for this composition are very neutral but still contain a rather fantasy-like quality.
Salt Marsh at Southport, Connecticut, Martin Johnson Heade, circa 1862 - 1863, From the collection of: North Carolina Museum of Art
Martin Johnson Heade's composition identifies with the theme of sentimentality for nature and its simplicity. This painting portrays a serene ambience.
Distant View of the Mansfield Mountain, Vermont, John Frederick Kensett, 1849, From the collection of: The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
The painting presents a painter illustrating the setting around him. The scene signifies themes of Romanticism: idealization and nature.
The Mill, Thomas Worthington Whittredge (American, b.1820, d.1910), 1852, From the collection of: Cincinnati Art Museum
This painting expresses the comfort of residing in the countryside. I like this artwork by Whittredge because it shows the simplicity of American scenery.
Indian Summer in the White Mountains, Sanford Robinson Gifford, 1862 - 1919, From the collection of: The Mint Museum
Although this painting has a minimal variation of colors, if a viewer looks closely, there is a great amount of detail in the setting. Gifford definitely presents quality craftsmanship!
No-Tin (Wind), 1832-33, From the collection of: Los Angeles County Museum of Art
I believe that this portrait of this Native American individual is very special because viewers can determine various moods of the subject. It appears to me that the person painted was contented.
Kee-mo-rá-nia, No English, a Dandy, George Catlin, 1830, From the collection of: Smithsonian American Art Museum
Caitlin's painting of this Native American is awesome because it depicts how effortlessly "cool" Native American fashion was.
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Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Cincinnati Art Museum
Yale Center for British Art
Smithsonian American Art Museum
de Young museum
North Carolina Museum of Art
The Mint Museum
Philadelphia Museum of Art
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Albany Institute of History & Art
The White House
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington DC
Denver Art Museum
National Galleries Scotland: National