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Spring

Name Class Date

charles joseph frédéric soulacroix, Spring. Public domain.

The facts

Artist
charles joseph frédéric soulacroix wahooart.com/en/artists/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix/
Artist’s dates
1858 – 1933

In context

Spring — charles joseph frédéric soulacroix

When might this have been painted?

  1. 1850
  2. 1860
  3. 1870
  4. 1880
  5. 1890
  6. 1900
  7. 1910
  8. 1920
  9. 1930

Shaded: the lifetime of charles joseph frédéric soulacroix (1858–1933)

This record has no exact year on file — using the artist's lifetime and the work's style, what decade would you guess?

Compare with

  • The marriage proposal wahooart.com/en/art/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-the-marriage-proposal-A26KRQ-en/
  • The pearl necklace wahooart.com/en/art/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-the-pearl-necklace-A26KRR-en/
  • The cavalier's kiss wahooart.com/en/art/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-the-cavalier-s-kiss-A26KRP-en/

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

More works to set beside this one: wahooart.com/en/art/similar/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-spring-A26KRM-en/

Colours

Measured from the image

    Main colour

    Driftwood #d4975e

    Catalogued palette

    • #D4975E
    • #351D0D
    • #9B6D23
    • #623918
    Palette
    Dark The dominant colour family in the image.
    Main colour name
    Driftwood
    Intensity
    Balanced How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
    Contrast
    Gentle How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
    Harmony
    Strong Color Unity How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
    Brightness
    Deep_shadow How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
    Saturation
    Clear Color Presence How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

    Artist and museum

    Artist

    charles joseph frédéric soulacroix

    early life and training

    frédéric soulacroix, a french-italian painter, was born in 1858 to charles soulacroix and giacinta diofebo, both well-known fresco painters and sculptors. by the age of 15, in 1873, frédéric entered the accademia di belle arti of florence, marking the beginning of his artistic journey.

    artistic style and notable works

    frédéric's works are characterized by romantic genre pieces, often set in the 18th or early 19th centuries. some of his notable works include:

    diritto di pedaggio, a captivating piece showcasing frédéric's mastery of lighting and composition.

    a declaration of love, a heartwarming portrayal of love in its various forms.

    il brindisi, a beautiful example of frédéric's ability to capture the essence of italian culture.

    per le scale, a thought-provoking piece that explores the human experience.

    the message, a poignant work that conveys the power of art to communicate emotions.

    museums and collections

    frédéric's works can be found in the museum of arts of philadelphia and the lord mayor collection mansion house in london, a testament to his enduring legacy. notable mentions: - featured in charles joseph frédéric soulacroix | 22 artworks on AllPaintingsStore - part of the art movements 2/2 collection on AllPaintingsStore

    legacy and influence

    as a prominent figure in the art world, frédéric soulacroix's legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. his contributions to the world of art are a testament to his skill and dedication. explore more artistic masterpieces on AllPaintingsStore, including works by vincent van gogh, paul klee, and eugène delacroix.

    Where to read more

    Find this online

    QR code linking to the download page for Spring

    wahooart.com/en/art/download/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-spring-A26KRM-en/

    Cite this artwork

    MLA
    soulacroix, charles joseph frédéric. Spring. n.d., https://wahooart.com/en/art/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-spring-A26KRM-en/
    APA
    soulacroix, charles joseph frédéric (n.d.). Spring [Painting]. https://wahooart.com/en/art/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-spring-A26KRM-en/
    Chicago
    charles joseph frédéric soulacroix. Spring. n.d. https://wahooart.com/en/art/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-spring-A26KRM-en/
    Harvard
    soulacroix, charles joseph frédéric (n.d.) Spring. Available at: https://wahooart.com/en/art/charles-joseph-frederic-soulacroix-spring-A26KRM-en/

    Look closely

    Spring — charles joseph frédéric soulacroix

    Look closely

    Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

    1. What catches your eye first, and why?
    2. Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
    3. Our catalogue files this work under: spring. Do you agree? What would you add, or take away?
    4. Look back at The marriage proposal, earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
    5. What might the artist have wanted you to feel?

    Your response

    Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.