Capturing Nature's Beauty: Three Centuries of French Landscapes

Key moments in the French landscape tradition are explored from the 1600s to the 1800s through selected drawings from the Getty collection. Featuring renowned artists like Francois Boucher, Vincent van Gogh, and Georges Seurat, the book showcases a variety of techniques and styles that highlight the tension between realism and idealism in landscape art. The author offers an insightful introduction to the genre and provides brief explanations for each work, enhancing the reader's understanding of this artistic evolution.