Sunset (Thomas Thompson)
Thomas Thompson (1877–1917) made Sunset. It is kept at National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, Canada.
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StatsSunset, in brief
- Title
- Sunset
- Artist
- Thomas Thompson (1877–1917)
- Artist born in
- Claremont, Canada
- Where to see it
- National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Canada
- Subject
- sunset
Which museum holds Sunset?
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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Thomas Thompson, Sunset, National Gallery of Canada. Public domain.
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Where can I see the original "Sunset" by Thomas Thompson?
You can see the original "Sunset" at the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Canada.
What is "Sunset" about?
"Sunset" by Thomas Thompson depicts: sunset.
Is "Sunset" free of copyright?
Regarding copyright, "Sunset" is in the public domain - its copyright has expired.
Which artist is "Sunset" attributed to?
"Sunset" is attributed to Thomas Thompson.
Is "Sunset" by Thomas Thompson in the public domain, and why?
The copyright status of "Sunset" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1917.
Is "Sunset" held in the country of its creator?
Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. The birth country of Thomas Thompson is Canada, and the museum holding the original of "Sunset" is in Canada.
About the artist, Thomas Thompson
1877–1917, Canada
Thomas Thompson
The Soul of the Ontario Wilderness Thomas Thomson stands as a pivotal figure in Canadian art history—a painter who profoundly shaped the aesthetic sensibilities of his time and cemented the legacy of the Group of Seven. Born in Claremont, Ontario, amidst a family steeped in farming traditions, Thomson’s artistic journey began with an instinctive fascination for the natural world, particularly the rugged beauty of Algonquin Park. Unlike many artists of his era who pursued formal training, Thomson honed his craft largely through self-teaching and observation—a method that instilled in him a unique perspective on capturing the essence of Ontario's wilderness. Thomson’s childhood was marked by hardship and rural simplicity, yet it nurtured within him an appreciation for craftsmanship and detail—qualities that would later translate into his distinctive painting style.
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