1950
Blossoming (Alfred Pellan, 1950)
Alfred Pellan (1906–1988) made Blossoming. It dates from 1950. It is kept at National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, Canada. It measures 146.1 × 180.3 cm.
- 1950
- 146.1 × 180.3 cm
- National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa
Blossoming, in brief
- Title
- Blossoming
- Artist
- Alfred Pellan (1906–1988)
- Artist born in
- Quebec City, Canada
- Date
- 1950
- Dimensions
- 146.1 × 180.3 cm
- Where to see it
- National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Canada
Which museum holds Blossoming?
National Gallery of Canada
Ottawa, Canada
The History of the National Gallery of Canada The origins of the National Gallery of Canada trace back to 1880. The institution began its life within the Second Supreme Court of Canada building in Ottawa, Ontario. This early period of development saw the collection grow through various relocations as the mandate of the institution became more clearly defined.
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Alfred Pellan, Blossoming (1950), National Gallery of Canada.
Questions on Blossoming, answered
Where is "Blossoming" by Alfred Pellan on display today?
"Blossoming" by Alfred Pellan is on display at the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Canada. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.
What is the creation date of "Blossoming" by Alfred Pellan?
"Blossoming" dates from 1950. The date places the work within Alfred Pellan's career and its era.
What are the dimensions of the original "Blossoming" by Alfred Pellan?
The recorded dimensions of "Blossoming" by Alfred Pellan are 180.3 x 146.1cm. Reproductions can be ordered in other sizes while keeping the same proportions.
Is "Blossoming" free of copyright?
"Blossoming" by Alfred Pellan is still protected by copyright. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Who is the artist behind "Blossoming"?
"Blossoming" is attributed to Alfred Pellan.
How old was Alfred Pellan when creating "Blossoming" in 1950?
Alfred Pellan was 44 years old when creating "Blossoming" in 1950. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1906.
What explains the copyright situation of "Blossoming" by Alfred Pellan?
The copyright status of "Blossoming" - still protected by copyright - follows from the artist's death in 1988.
Is "Blossoming" by Alfred Pellan kept in the artist's home country?
Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. Alfred Pellan was born in Canada, and the original "Blossoming" is held in a museum in Canada.
About the artist, Alfred Pellan
1906–1988, Canada
Alfred Pellan
The Life and Art of Alfred Pellan Born in Quebec City, Canada, Alfred Pellan was a significant figure in twentieth-century Canadian painting. His artistic journey began in his youth, filling the margins of his school notebooks with drawings. After enrolling at the School of Fine Arts of Quebec, he earned medals in various disciplines, including painting, drawing, sculpture, sketching, anatomy, and advertising. His talent was recognized early when he sold his first painting to the National Gallery of Canada at the age of seventeen.