Coalbrookdale By Night


size(cm): 35x55
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The painting Coalbrookdale At Night by Philip James De Loutherbourg is a masterpiece of 18th century art. This work is a perfect example of the artistic style known as Romanticism, which is characterized by its emphasis on emotion, imagination and nature.

The composition of the painting is impressive. The scene shows a night landscape with a great amount of detail. The view stretches from the River Severn to the Coalbrookdale Iron Works, which is at the center of the painting. The factory is illuminated by the light of the torches and the flames of the furnaces, which creates a dramatic and mysterious effect.

Color is another outstanding aspect of this work. The color palette is rich and varied, with deep, dark tones creating an atmosphere of mystery and drama. The red and orange tones of the furnace flames contrast with the blue and green tones of the night sky and the river.

The story behind the painting is also fascinating. Coalbrookdale was one of the most important iron works in England in the 18th century. The painting was commissioned by the factory's owner, Abraham Darby III, to commemorate the opening of a new factory in 1801. The painting became a symbol of the Industrial Revolution and the importance of the iron industry in the British economy. .

In addition to its historical significance, the painting also has some little-known aspects. For example, De Loutherbourg is said to have used a special technique to create the effect of furnace flames. It is said that he mixed diamond dust with paint to create a brilliant and sparkling effect.

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