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Canoe on the River Cornelius Krieghoff, 1865
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Canoe on the River

Cornelius Krieghoff Β· 1865

Why it's great

A small round painting shows a quiet river framed by trees in glowing autumn colors. Cornelius Krieghoff painted the glorious color of the Canadian fall, which became a favorite subject. The round shape makes it feel like looking through a window. It's a peaceful picture of autumn.

Where to see it

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Hang it on your wall

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About the artist

Cornelius Krieghoff

1815–1872 Β· born in Amsterdam Β· died in Chicago

Cornelius Krieghoff was born in Amsterdam and moved to North America as a young man. He lived in Montreal and Quebec, where he painted lively scenes of French-Canadian farm life and winter. His humorous pictures made him one of Canada's most popular painters. He died in Chicago in 1872.

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