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Landschap bij maneschijn, by Aert van der Neer, oil, 1640

Landschap bij maneschijn

Aert van der Neer

1640

oil

From the collection of Groeningemuseum

Dominant colour

Overview

Landschap bij maneschijn is a 1640 oil by Aert van der Neer, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Groeningemuseum.

Who painted this?
Aert van der Neer
When & what style?
1640 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Groeningemuseum

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape with a body of water, possibly a river or lake, under a cloudy sky. In the foreground, a small bridge spans the water, while in the background, several buildings and windmills are visible. The scene is rendered in muted tones, with the sky dominating the composition. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the tranquil scene. The overall mood is one of calmness and serenity. If you're interested in exploring more works by the artist behind this piece, you can look up Aert van der Neer.

About the artist

Artist

Aert van der Neer

Aert van der Neer, or Aernout or Artus (c. 1603 – 9 November 1677), was a landscape painter of the Dutch Golden Age, who specialized in small night scenes lit only by moonlight and fires, and snowy winter landscapes,…

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