Artwork
Moonlight, Walls of Tangiers
Moonlight, Walls of Tangiers is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Henry Ossawa Tanner. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Moonlight, Walls of Tangiers is an oil painting created by Henry Ossawa Tanner in 1913. It is a cityscape held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Tangier under moonlight, with buildings and walls rendered in soft colors. The contrast between light and dark creates a sense of atmosphere and mood.
Technique & Style
Tanner's use of chiaroscuro, an artistic technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, creates depth and dimension. Loose and expressive brushstrokes give the painting a sense of movement and energy.
Artist & collection
Artist
Henry Ossawa Tanner (June 21, 1859 – May 25, 1937) was an American artist who spent much of his career in France.
