Artwork

Harvest moon

Harvest moon, by Cecil Gordon Lawson, oil
Harvest moon, by Cecil Gordon Lawson, oil

Harvest moon is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Cecil Gordon Lawson. It is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales.

About this work

Overview

Harvest moon is an oil painting created by Cecil Gordon Lawson in 1890. It is a landscape held at the National Library of Wales.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene countryside scene at dusk, featuring a harvest landscape with a stream, trees, a covered wagon, and a lone rider. The soft, pale light and the reflection on the water evoke a sense of calm.

Technique & Style

Lawson employed smooth brushstrokes to blend colors, achieving a natural and tranquil atmosphere. The use of light on the water and grass suggests a nocturnal or crepuscular scene, possibly illuminated by a full moon.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Cecil Gordon Lawson

Artist

Cecil Gordon Lawson

Cecil Gordon Lawson (1851–1882) was an artist, born in Shrewsbury.