Discussion 2. Formal analysis

Humanities

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  • Specifically notes at least 3 formal elements that significantly contribute to these works.
  • Includes a discussion of impasto and “pointillism,” where appropriate.
  • Offers at least one way in which these works are formally different from Impressionist paintings.

Georges Seurat , “La Grande Jette” (1884-6, oil on canvas)

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Vincent van Gogh, “Sunflowers”

(1888, French Post-Impressionism, oil on canvas)

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