Johan Barthold Jongkind

Dutch, 1819 - 1891

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This painting shows a landscape with a horizon in the lower third of the composition. On the left side of the painting, there are tall trees along a canal. In the center is a dirt path on the other edge of the canal, with a person riding a donkey who looks over their shoulder towards us. On the right side, there are white buildings in the distance, with a grassy field leading towards them. The light blue sky is filled with fluffy clouds, and the water of the canal reflects the sky and trees. The brushstrokes of the painting are thick and visible, especially in the sky.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, The Towpath, 1864, oil on canvas, Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, 2006.128.22

The Towpath

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1864 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  2006.128.22

The image shows a river with a bridge, a distant town, and mountains. The horizon line divides the composition. The brushstrokes are loose and impressionistic, conveying movement and texture. The color palette is soft and muted with earthy tones, purple, and orange in the sky.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, Grenoble, 1883, watercolor and gouache over black chalk, Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, 1985.64.100

Grenoble

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1883 · watercolor and gouache over black chalk ·  Accession ID  1985.64.100

The image shows a landscape with a high horizon marked by rolling hills, some trees, a winding path with wooden fence posts, and small structures. Brushstrokes are loose and fluid, and the color palette includes earth tones, greens, blues, and whites.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, Countryside near Brezins, between Grenoble and Vienne, 1880s, black chalk and watercolor on two joined sheets of wove paper, Purchased as the Gift of Joan and David Maxwell, 2006.97.1.a

Countryside near Brezins, between Grenoble and Vienne

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1880s · black chalk and watercolor on two joined sheets of wove paper ·  Accession ID  2006.97.1.a

The image features a rural scene split into two sections. On the left side is a charcoal sketch of houses and trees drawn with quick strokes, creating depth. On the right side, the same scene is painted in watercolors with earthy tones for the houses and trees, and a light blue sky. The sky in the watercolor section contains two small figures. The contrast between the charcoal sketch and watercolor emphasizes the artist's exploration of light and texture through different techniques.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, A Village near Brezins, 1880s, black chalk and watercolor on two joined sheets of wove paper, Purchased as the Gift of Joan and David Maxwell, 2006.97.1.b

A Village near Brezins

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1880s · black chalk and watercolor on two joined sheets of wove paper ·  Accession ID  2006.97.1.b

The image is a line drawing of a landscape with a low horizon. A windmill is seen in the distance on the right. The drawing style is sketchy with spontaneous brushstrokes for clouds and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic with black ink on a beige background. A figure is standing by the water, and some distant structures or trees are visible on the horizon. The sky dominates the image with swirling clouds.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, Holland Canal, near Rotterdam (Canal de Hollande, pres de Rotterdam (Hiver)), 1875, etching, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.16.86

Holland Canal, near Rotterdam (Canal de Hollande, pres de Rotterdam (Hiver))

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1875 · etching ·  Accession ID  1950.16.86

The image shows a harbor view with boats, water, and a skyline. The horizon is centered, with the sun above it, reflecting on the water. Two tall-masted ships are present, detailed against the sky. The artwork features expressive linework and a textured sky with clouds. The color scheme is monochrome, with sepia and black tones. A rowboat with two figures is in the foreground, while buildings with spires are seen in the distance.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, Soleil couchant, port d'Anvers (Sunset, Port of Antwerp), 1868, etching on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2010.87.3

Soleil couchant, port d'Anvers (Sunset, Port of Antwerp)

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1868 · etching on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.87.3

The image shows a sunset over a body of water with several ships in the distance. A small boat with a figure paddling is seen in the foreground. The artwork is done in a sketch-like style with dynamic brushstrokes, creating texture in the sky and water. The color palette is monochromatic in dark brown and beige tones. Faint outlines of buildings can be seen in the background.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, Setting Sun over Antwerp Harbor (Soleil couchant - port d'Anvers), 1868, etching, Andrew W. Mellon Fund, 1975.64.1

Setting Sun over Antwerp Harbor (Soleil couchant - port d'Anvers)

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1868 · etching ·  Accession ID  1975.64.1

The image shows a horse-drawn cart moving along a sandy path in a flat, open landscape. Buildings are visible in the distance on the left side, with vertical markers or poles scattered on the right. The brushstrokes are light and feathery, suggesting a watercolor technique. The color palette consists of pale blues and soft whites, creating a cool, tranquil atmosphere that aligns with the expansive sky. Darker splashes of color add texture to the ground, hinting at patches of vegetation or ripples in the sandy surface.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, Cart on the Beach at Etretat, 1862, watercolor over black chalk on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.30.1

Cart on the Beach at Etretat

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1862 · watercolor over black chalk on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1981.30.1

The image shows a landscape with two windmills, one in the distance and another close-up on the right. The setting is detailed with fine lines and a monochrome color palette. A figure on horseback stands near the windmill, while a boat with two figures is seen in the water to the left.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, The Towpath (Le Chemin de Halage), 1862, etching, Rosenwald Collection, 1951.16.57

The Towpath (Le Chemin de Halage)

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1862 · etching ·  Accession ID  1951.16.57

The image shows a landscape with windmills on the horizon. A tall wooden post and foliage are on the left, while a stylized tree is on the right. The style features delicate brushstrokes, a monochrome color palette, and artistically incorporated text.
Johan Barthold Jongkind, Title Page (Titre du cahier de six eaux-fortes), 1862, etching on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1951.16.53

Title Page (Titre du cahier de six eaux-fortes)

Johan Barthold Jongkind · 1862 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1951.16.53