"El Rio de Luz" (The River of Light) by Frederic Edwin Church, created around 1877, is a stunning example of luminism and romantic landscape painting. It depicts a tranquil tropical river scene, bathed in soft, ethereal light. The sun, possibly obscured by mist or clouds, creates a gentle glow across the landscape, giving the water a luminous, almost reflective quality.
Lush, dense vegetation frames the river on both sides, with towering trees and overgrown plants contributing to the sense of untamed nature. The atmospheric depth of the painting is remarkable, with the far distance gradually fading into a soft haze. The composition captures a pristine, almost mystical moment in the wilderness, suggesting an untouched, serene world. Church’s attention to detail, combined with his mastery of light and shadow, creates a sense of grandeur and peacefulness. The painting reflects his fascination with exotic locations and his ability to transform natural scenes into sublime visions. The light, which dominates the scene, becomes a symbolic element, highlighting nature’s beauty and divine presence.
Print:
A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.
- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing.
Our Eco Credentials Include:
- FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
- Printed using water based inks
- Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
- Contains no plastic
Sizes:
A2 = 16.5 x 23.4 Inches
A3 = 11.7 x 16.5 Inches
A4 = 8.3 x 11.7 Inches