The painting "Winter Moonlit Night", created with oil on cardboard, captures the serene and mystical ambiance of a snow-covered rural scene illuminated by moonlight. The composition centers on a rustic house, surrounded by trees and bushes, blanketed in soft snow. The artist masterfully conveys the stillness of a winter night, where the only source of light is the moon, casting a subtle glow over the landscape.The sky, painted in a gradient of deep turquoise to darker blue, features a crescent moon shining delicately. Its light interacts with the snow, creating cool blue and purple shadows that emphasize the quietness of the scene. The artist's use of texture and thick brushstrokes in the snow adds depth and realism, while the subtle warm tones in the foreground hint at reflections from unseen light sources, such as a faint glow from within the house.The sparse trees and evergreens stand tall against the sky, their forms adding a vertical rhythm to the composition. The silhouette of the house, nestled within the natural setting, conveys a sense of warmth and protection amid the cold and vastness of the winter night. The contrast between the cool tones of the snow and the sky, and the darkened shadows of the house and trees, creates a balanced harmony that draws the viewer into the tranquil atmosphere.Through this work, the artist aims to evoke the timeless beauty of a winter night, where nature's simplicity meets the quiet solitude of rural life. The painting reflects the calm and contemplative moments often found in such settings, encouraging the viewer to appreciate the stillness and peace that moonlight bestows upon the landscape. It’s a gentle reminder of the connection between humans and the natural world, even during the coldest and darkest of nights.
*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING *** * TITLE: "Winter moonlit night" * ARTISTS: Leonid Maistrenko * SIZE: 18x20 cm/'7.08x7.87 inches' * MEDIUM: oil, cardboard * HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection * CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product.
