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Copyright Dit werk bevindt zich in het publiek domein. Jan Ruskin overleed in 1900; het auteursrecht blijft 70 jaar na de dood van de kunstenaar van kracht, waardoor dit in 1970 is verlopen.
In context
Mountainous landscape — Jan Ruskin
Row above: the year. Row below: the artist's age in that year.
Shaded: het leven van Jan Ruskin (1819–1900)
First works: up to 1845 Main working years: 1845–1866 Late works: from 1866
Those three bands split the works this catalogue has a date for into a first quarter, a middle half and a last quarter. They are not the artist’s complete output: a thin stretch may be a gap in the record rather than a quiet spell.
Voor deze opname is geen exacte datum bekend — uitgaande van de levensloop van de artiest en de stijl van het werk, in welk decennium zou u dit plaatsen?
Kies een van de bovenstaande werken: noem twee overeenkomsten met dit werk en één verschil.
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The ten leading countries
Find the three darkest countries on the map. Is the museum that keeps this painting in any of them? Write down one reason people far away might look at it.
Together these works take 99,4% of all the attention this artist's paintings received over the last twelve months. The catalogue holds 77 works by this artist, of which 18 were looked at at least once. This painting ranks 5 of them, with 8,7% of that attention.
Bars measure attention, not quality. Pick the work at the top and this one: name one thing that might make a painting famous beyond how well it is painted.
Kunstenaar en museum
Geboren in Londen, Verenigd Koninkrijk
John Ruskin, born in London on February 8, 1819, was far more than simply an art critic; he was a Victorian polymath whose influence permeated the realms of aesthetics, social reform, political economy, and environmentalism. His life was shaped by a fascinating duality – the pragmatic commercial world of his father, John James Ruskin, a successful sherry merchant, and the fervent evangelical piety of his mother, Margaret Cock. This contrasting upbringing instilled in him both a keen observational eye for detail and a deeply moral sensibility that would define his entire oeuvre. From an early age, Ruskin’s education was meticulously curated at home, steeped in biblical study and exposure to Romantic literature, particularly the works of Byron and Walter Scott. These formative influences laid the groundwork for a mind that would relentlessly seek connections between beauty, truth, and ethical living. His academic journey continued at Christ Church, Oxford, where he began to articulate his burgeoning ideas about art and its relationship to society.
Ruskin’s emergence as a significant voice in the art world began with Modern Painters (1843-1860), a monumental five-volume work initially conceived as a defense of J.M.W. Turner against what Ruskin perceived as unjust criticism. However, Modern Painters quickly evolved into something far more profound – a comprehensive treatise on the nature of art itself. He argued passionately for “truth to nature,” emphasizing that great art wasn’t merely about skillful representation but about an artist's sincere and empathetic engagement with the natural world. This concept was revolutionary at the time, challenging prevailing academic standards and paving the way for new artistic sensibilities. Ruskin didn’t just analyze technique; he delved into the spiritual and moral qualities of art, believing that true beauty reflected a virtuous soul. His meticulous descriptions of landscapes, rocks, and botanical details reveal not only his keen observational skills but also his profound reverence for nature as a manifestation of divine creation. This early work established Ruskin as a formidable critic and set the stage for his later explorations into architecture and social issues. He was deeply influenced by the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, championing their commitment to detailed observation and rejection of academic conventions. They shared a belief that art should aspire to moral elevation and capture the essence of genuine experience—a conviction that would permeate Ruskin’s subsequent endeavors.
As Ruskin matured, his interests expanded beyond the purely aesthetic realm. Deeply troubled by the social injustices he witnessed during the Industrial Revolution, he began to apply his critical lens to the economic and political structures of Victorian England. Unto This Last (1860), a series of essays originally published in The Cornhill Magazine, marked a turning point in his career. In this work, Ruskin vehemently critiqued utilitarian economics and advocated for a more humane and equitable social order based on principles of fellowship and craftsmanship. He argued that the dignity of labor was essential to a flourishing society and that true wealth lay not in material possessions but in the quality of human relationships. This conviction led him to establish Fors Clavigera (1871-1884), a monthly series of letters addressed “To the Workmen and Labourers of Great Britain,” where he expounded his social and political ideas with characteristic fervor. From these writings emerged the Guild of St. George, founded in 1871, an organization dedicated to promoting craftsmanship, rural industries, and education among working-class communities. The Guild aimed to create a model society based on Ruskin’s ideals, fostering artistic skill, ethical labor practices, and a harmonious relationship with nature—a vision that resonated powerfully with those seeking alternatives to the materialism of the era.
Modern Painters (1843-1860): Ruskin’s foundational work, defending Turner and establishing his theories of art.
The Stones of Venice (1851-1853): A detailed analysis of Venetian architecture, exploring its historical, social, and artistic significance.
Unto This Last (1860): A powerful critique of Victorian economics and a call for social reform.
Fors Clavigera (1871-1884): A series of letters addressing the working class, outlining Ruskin’s vision for a more equitable society.
Dawn, Coniston: A breathtaking watercolor capturing the serene beauty of Coniston Water and demonstrating Ruskin's unparalleled ability to convey emotion through observation.
To delve deeper into the life and work of John Ruskin, resources are available at:
Britannica: https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-Ruskin
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Ruskin
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Mountainous landscape — Jan Ruskin
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"Mountainous landscape" door Jan Ruskin is vastgelegd met een Muted verzadiging en een Balanced intensiteit.
"Mountainous landscape" is gemaakt door Jan Ruskin. De informatie op deze pagina beschrijft het originele werk van Jan Ruskin.
Een voorproefje van "Mountainous landscape" door Jan Ruskin is beschikbaar op de Voorvertoning-pagina van het kunstwerk.
Wat betreft het auteursrecht valt "Mountainous landscape" onder bevindt zich in het publiek domein - de auteursrechten zijn verlopen.
De luminantie die is vastgesteld voor "Mountainous landscape" door Jan Ruskin is Gentle Luminance.
Een print van "Mountainous landscape" door Jan Ruskin kan rechtstreeks worden besteld op deze pagina: een fine art print op katoenen canvas of archiefwaardig canvaspapier.
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