On the Dart 1922

"On the Dart" (1922) by Lucien Pissarro (1863-1944) is a landscape painting depicting a view of the Dart River in Devon, England. This work showcases Pissarro's Impressionist style, characterized by loose brushstrokes and the depiction of light and atmosphere. The painting captures the tranquil beauty of the river, with a small sailboat sailing in the distance and the surrounding hills bathed in a soft, ethereal glow. Pissarro, son of the famed Impressionist Camille Pissarro, was a key figure in the development of the art movement and his landscape paintings are known for their vibrant colors and evocative atmosphere.