Artwork

At Sundown

At Sundown, by Arthur Hawksley, oil, 1895
At Sundown, by Arthur Hawksley, oil, 1895

At Sundown is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Arthur Hawksley. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

At Sundown is an oil painting created by Arthur Hawksley in 1895. It is a landscape scene held at the Rijksmuseum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures a serene landscape at sundown, featuring a large tree and a small house. The composition conveys a sense of tranquility, with the warm sky and silhouetted forms creating a peaceful atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Hawksley employs chiaroscuro to add depth to the scene, particularly in the subtle play of light and shadow on the tree's branches. The sky's warm hues gradate to soft blue, while the foreground is rendered in dark tones, creating a sense of contrast.

Artist & collection

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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