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After Sunset in the Outskirts of a Village, by Unknown artist, 1863

After Sunset in the Outskirts of a Village

Unknown artist

1863

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

After Sunset in the Outskirts of a Village is a 1863 by Unknown artist, a Impressionism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown artist
When & what style?
1863 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This photo shows a quiet village at dusk. The sky is soft and pale, with a few clouds catching the last light. In the distance, dark trees and simple houses sit along a gentle slope. Up front, a grassy field leads to a small body of water, where cows are grazing near the shore. The light is fading, but the scene still feels calm and real. The artist used a simple frame to focus on everyday life, without drama. Look up Realism next to see how artists like this one captured ordinary moments.

About the artist

Artist

Unknown artist

William Ronald Smith (August 13, 1926 – February 9, 1998), known professionally as William Ronald, was a Canadian painter, best known as the founder of the influential Canadian abstract art group Painters Eleven in 1953…

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