{"product_id":"river-scene-edward-mitchell-bannister-1","title":"River Scene - Edward Mitchell Bannister","description":"\u003cp\u003eA tranquil riverbank at sunset by Edward Mitchell Bannister, featuring two figures in a small boat. The muted colour palette and soft brushstrokes create a hazy, dreamlike effect.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEdward Mitchell Bannister (1828-1901) was an African-American artist known for his atmospheric tonalist landscapes. Born in Canada, he spent most of his career in Boston and Providence, Rhode Island, becoming a prominent member of the local art scene. Bannister was a founding member of the Providence Art Club and received a bronze medal at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition, a significant achievement for an African-American artist at the time. His work often depicts serene, pastoral settings, reflecting a sense of peace and contemplation. 'River Scene' exemplifies Bannister's characteristic style. The painting presents a tranquil riverbank at sunset. Two figures are in a small boat on the water. The composition is dominated by a large tree on the left, its foliage rendered in soft, blended brushstrokes. The colour palette is muted, with warm tones of gold, brown, and green creating a hazy, dreamlike effect. The sky glows with the setting sun, casting reflections on the water. The overall impression is one of quiet beauty and harmony with nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/river-landscape-alfred-parsons\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRiver Landscape - Alfred Parsons — Alfred Parsons\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Edward Mitchell Bannister","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818292060495,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818294780239,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818294813007,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818294845775,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818294878543,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/River-Scene_Poster_CompositorV1_1780107964759.jpg?v=1780108101","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/river-scene-edward-mitchell-bannister-1","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}