George Inness
1825–1894 · American · 19 artworks
TonalismHudson River Schoolatmospheric perspectivetonal harmonysoft focuslimited paletteglazing
artist bio
George Inness was a prominent American landscape painter, particularly known for his role in developing Tonalism. His atmospheric landscapes, often imbued with spiritual and emotional depth, bridged the gap between the Hudson River School and Impressionism.
what you'll learn
Studying Inness allows students to understand how to create mood and atmosphere through subtle color variations and soft focus. Students can learn to simplify landscapes to their essential forms and evoke emotion through tonal harmony.
related: James McNeill Whistler, John Henry Twachtman, William Merritt Chase
19 artworks
The Lackawanna Valley
1855
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Autumn
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Christmas Eve
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Lake Albano (Italy)
1869
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Fisherman In A Stream
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A Bit Of Roman Aqueduct
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Clearing Up
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Home At Montclair
1892
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The Home of the Heron
1893
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Going To Market
1868
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In the Gloaming
1893
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The Goat Herder
1853
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Sunset at Etretat
1875
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Tenafly, Autumn
1891
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The Trout Brook
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Sunset
1865
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Summer Landscape
1894
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Trout Stream, North Conway
1876
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Landscape with Sheep
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