River Ice
Settling in New Hope in a home overlooking the Delaware River in 1916, John Fulton Folinsbee began painting winter scenes of the river and canal with a broken-brush technique and in a broad and vigorous style that captured the temporal effects of light and atmosphere. While his small canvases were often painted direct from nature, many of his larger canvases were painted in his studio from sketches. After traveling to England and France in 1926, his work changed. His colors became more somber, his treatment of light more dramatic, and, as River Ice suggests, his work more expressionist in approach while also exhibiting a stronger emphasis on structural design.
Questions & Answers
How strong is the contrast in "River Ice" by John Fulton Folinsbee?
The contrast level of "River Ice" by John Fulton Folinsbee is gentle.
What is the perceived brightness of "River Ice" by John Fulton Folinsbee?
In terms of perceived brightness, "River Ice" by John Fulton Folinsbee is shadow.
What color saturation does "River Ice" by John Fulton Folinsbee have?
The palette of "River Ice" is muted in saturation.
John Fulton Folinsbee
American painter John Fulton Folinsbee (Jack) captured New Hope & Lambertville's factories/canals in impressionist scenes. Known for emotive landscapes & Cézanne influence.
James A. Michener Art Museum (Doylestown, United States of America)
Houses preparation areas and collection storage spaces.
About this artwork
- Title: River Ice
- Artist: John Fulton Folinsbee
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: James A. Michener Art Museum
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
- Perceived brightness: shadow