Exhibit B:
Romanticism
FOCUS QUESTIONs:
- In what way are the following three Romantic* paintings similar to The Cotswolds?
- What do you believe inspired the artists to create these paintings during this time period?
*In the art world, "Romantic" art doesn't refer to love or how we usually use the word "romantic" in everyday conversation.
Salisbury Cathedral from the Bishop's Grounds
by John Constable
England
1825
Mother and Child by the Sea
Johan Christian Dahl
Norway
1830
Wanderer in the storm
Julius von Leypold
germany
1835
*You can view all three paintings at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on 5th Avenue.