Slate Quarries 1805

"Slate Quarries" is an oil painting created in 1805 by English landscape painter John Crome. The artwork depicts a dramatic, mountainous scene featuring a valley, rocky cliffs, and a winding river in the distance, all shrouded in a misty, atmospheric haze. Crome's painting is a masterful example of the Norwich School style, known for its focus on capturing the beauty of the natural world, often infused with a sense of romanticism and sublime. The painting is characteristic of Crome's oeuvre, showcasing his expertise in depicting light and atmosphere and the grandeur of the natural world.