The artwork titled “River Landscape” by Thomas Gainsborough, created between 1768 and 1770 using oil on canvas, belongs to the Rococo art movement. Measuring 119 x 168 cm, this piece is categorized as a landscape and is currently housed at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
“River Landscape” presents a tranquil natural scene, featuring lush, verdant trees that frame the calm waters of a river. In the foreground, a small group of people in a boat appears to be navigating the river, while cattle drink from or cross the water nearby, adding life and movement to the composition. The scene recedes into a softly illuminated distance, suggesting depth and expansiveness, characteristic of Gainsborough’s landscape works. The Rococo style is evident in the artwork’s pastoral charm and idyllic portrayal of the natural environment.
