Bend in Road (1900-1906) by Paul Cezanne

Bend in Road - Paul Cezanne - 1900-1906

Artwork Information

TitleBend in Road
ArtistPaul Cezanne
Date1900-1906
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions32 x 25 1/2 in (81.3 x 64.8 cm)
Current LocationNational Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
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About Bend in Road

Paul Cézanne’s “The Bend in the Road” is an oil on canvas painting created between 1900 and 1906. The artwork, located in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., depicts a forest path as seen from above. Cézanne captured the beauty of nature by creating brushstrokes that create a sense of visual poetry and enhance the viewer’s experience.

Cézanne’s style developed independently in Provence, rejecting the traditional art that was popular at the time. His passion for depicting natural landscapes comes through clearly in his paintings. In “The Bend in the Road,” he uses brushstrokes to create depth and dimension within a two-dimensional medium. Through this technique, he sabotaged traditional techniques to showcase his unique style.

Cézanne believed that drawing and color were not separate entities; rather they depend on each other for accurate representation. This idea shines through in “The Bend in the Road.” The way he blends shades and tones give shape to trees without overtly defining them with harsh lines.

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