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StatsThe cloud
1900
157.0 x 462.0 cm
National Gallery of Australia
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Many sculptors at the turn of the century used mythological or symbolic imagery as a justification for portraying the naked form. In The cloud, C. Douglas Richardson portrayed a woman bending over and holding a pitcher upside down, directing water to the ‘thirsting’ flowers. She is the personification of a cloud, or the rising mist, with wet drapery sensually clinging to her body. She is an allegorical interpretation of the poem, ‘The Cloud’, by British poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, first published in 1820, which began:I bring fresh showers for the thirsting flowers From the seas and the streams; I bear light shade for the leaves when laid In their noonday dreams.Below the woman, at the base of the sculpture, Richardson created a decorative array of blossoms, as suggested by the poem’s opening lines. Born in England, Richardson was trained in Melbourne and at the Royal Academy Schools in London. In Britain, he was impressed by Art Nouveau and Symbolism and introduced the swirling curves and pure lines of the former into sculptures such as The cloud.Returning to Australia in 1889, he influenced local sculptors through his teaching. He received a number of sculpture commissions, including the impressive art nouveau Discovery of gold memorial created for Bendigo in 1906. He completed his large version of The cloud in 1900, and made several smaller plaster and bronze versions over the next decade.In his poem, ‘The Sculptor Sees The Cloud’, Ernest Fysh provided a poetic description of this work: Rapt in trance, behold the Sculptor stand, Moulding the plastic clay with eager hand; Above him rose the Cloud, all glorified Fresh from the cool heart of the mountainside; No swirling veil of mist, bust soft and warm, The unchanging presence of a woman’s form.1Anne Gray1 Ernest Fysh, Memoir of C. Douglas Richardson, Sculptor and Painter, Melbourne: 1933, frontispiece.Text © National Gallery of Australia, Canberra 2010From: Anne Gray (ed), Australian art in the National Gallery of Australia, National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, 2002
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The colors of "The cloud" show a luminous luminance.
Are the colors of "The cloud" by Charles Douglas Richardson saturated or muted?
"The cloud" by Charles Douglas Richardson is recorded with a muted saturation.
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Where is "The cloud" by Charles Douglas Richardson on display today?
"The cloud" by Charles Douglas Richardson is on display at the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, Australia. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.
When was "The cloud" made?
"The cloud" dates from 1900. The date places the work within Charles Douglas Richardson's career and its era.
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Artist Biography
early life and artistic associations
charles douglas richardson, also known as c. douglas richardson, was a multifaceted english-born australian sculptor and painter, born in london in 1853 and passing away in 1932. his artistic journey is deeply intertwined with the heidelberg school of impressionists, marking a pivotal moment in the history of australian art.artistic contributions and legacy
richardson's body of work encompasses both sculptures and paintings, each reflecting his unique perspective on the world. while specific details about his early life and inspirations are scarce, his contributions to the heidelberg school and the broader australian art scene remain undeniable.- key artistic movements: impressionism, with a focus on capturing the essence of the australian landscape.
- notable exhibitions: the 9 by 5 impression exhibition (1889), a defining moment in richardson's career and the australian art scene.
- some notable artworks by charles douglas richardson include:
- untitled ( oil on canvas, charles douglas richardson's collection)
- landscape with figures (similar style to george frederic watts:chaos, oil on canvas, tate britain (london, united kingdom))
exploring further: resources from TopImpressionists.com
for a deeper dive into richardson's work and the broader context of australian art, consider the following resources: - charles douglas richardson | TopImpressionists.com - a comprehensive overview of his life, work, and significance within the heidelberg school. - australian impressionism on wikipedia - providing context to the movement and its key figures.conclusion
charles douglas richardson's legacy serves as a testament to the enduring power of impressionism and its role in shaping the australian art landscape. through his sculptures and paintings, he has left an indelible mark on the world of art, one that continues to inspire and intrigue.
Charles Douglas Richardson
1853 - 1932 , United Kingdom
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Vincent Willem van Gogh
- Nationality: Dutch
- Date Of Birth: 1853
- Date Of Death: 1932
- Place Of Birth: London, United Kingdom
- Notable Artworks:
- Sunflowers
- Bedroom in Arles
- Starry Night
- Wheatfield with Crows
- Artistic Movement Or Style: Post-Impressionism
- Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Jean-François Millet']
- Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist:
- Fauves
- Expressionism
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