Who painted Thunderstorm?

Thunderstorm was painted by Herman van Swanevelt in 1649.

Where can I see Thunderstorm?

Thunderstorm is held by National Gallery of Victoria.

What movement is Thunderstorm?

Thunderstorm is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Thunderstorm

Herman van Swanevelt , 1649

Thunderstorm is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Herman van Swanevelt. It dates from 1649 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria.

About this work

Overview

Thunderstorm is an oil painting created by Herman van Swanevelt in 1649. It is a landscape held at the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a solitary tree on a rocky hill under a stormy sky, with a small house and figures in the distance. The scene conveys a sense of quiet loneliness, with the gnarled tree and distant figures evoking a feeling of isolation.

Technique & Style

The artist employed soft light to create depth, particularly around the tree and rocks, and used muted colors such as greens and grays, with touches of red, to convey the dimness of the stormy atmosphere.