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A golden eve, Waiheke Island

Alfred Sharpe

1896

watercolor

From the collection of Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Late 19th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

A golden eve, Waiheke Island is a 1896 watercolor by Alfred Sharpe, held at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Who painted this?: Alfred Sharpe
When & what style?: 1896
Where can I see it?: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

About this work

This painting shows a lush forest landscape with tall trees and dense foliage. The trees are various shades of green, brown, and yellow, with some having red flowers. In the background, there are rolling hills and a mountain range under a hazy orange sky. The forest floor is covered with ferns, grasses, and other plants. There are also some tree stumps and branches scattered throughout the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of serenity and tranquility, with the warm colors of the sunset casting a golden glow over the entire scene. The painting is reminiscent of the works of Alfred Sharpe, who was known for his landscapes of New Zealand.