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Type: Original
Medium: Oil
Genre: Landscape
Artwork Size: 17cm (w) x 27cm (h)
Uploaded on: Saturday 27th Jan, 2024
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This oil on board painting, measuring 17 cm by 27 cm, captures the rugged wonder of Brimham Rocks in Yorkshire, England. The artwork focuses on a singular rock formation that stands prominently against a vibrant blue sky, suggestive of a clear, sunny day. The textured strokes of oil paint give the rock formation a tactile, almost palpable presence, with shades of umber, ochre, and flecks of white that highlight the natural erosion and unique stratification of the stone. The surrounding foliage, rendered in varying shades of green, breathes life into the scene, with light dappling through leaves and branches to play upon the ground. The composition balances the permanence of the rocks against the transient beauty of the natural world, offering a window into the timeless and sculptural beauty of Yorkshire's geological heritage.