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Hubert Robert – “Painter of Ruins”
Antique ruins, then reflected in the calm waters, then almost hidden by thickets of climbing plants, shrubs. Peaceful rural nature, almost always clear sky. Through the gaps of trees make their way out the dying rays of the sun. Soft play of close colors, remarkable skill in depicting architecture, human figures, in the transfer of the finest natural states. Such is the collective image of painting by the French artist Hubert Robert.
He was born in Paris in 1733. Nineteen year old boys began to attend the workshop of the sculptor Slodtts, who instilled in him a love of antiquity. Continue reading
tense in mood
especially outstanding
master worked
variety of color
linear perspective
years of reaction
most picturesque places
makes several
inhuman tension.
introduction of an orange-red
where every wave
henceforth become
masters saw in reality
remarkable monument
thus emphasizing
ambassador to Greece
creative response
beautiful and majestic
drew themes from these albums
distinguished by its mannerism
huge cycle of murals
figures are graceful
painters from England
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supposedly saved
social activity gradually
constant companions
monuments of the city’s
picture telling
outlines of buildings
could not recover
direct observations
aspiring artist
surpass in this respect
naming the artistic
technique of oil painting
joyful beauty
natural principle
studios were located
hands he held
products painted
uniquely individual
statue was created
most popular
easel paintings




