Étretat c. 1874

"Étretat," painted around 1874, is a landscape painting by American artist George Inness. Known for his luminous landscapes, Inness captures the majestic beauty of the cliffs of Étretat, France, through his characteristic expressive brushstrokes and atmospheric effects. The dramatic sky, rendered in shades of grey and blue, creates a sense of foreboding, while the jagged cliffs, rendered in earthy tones, stand as powerful sentinels against the sea. Inness's use of light and shadow further adds to the painting's emotional intensity.