Fantastic Mountainous Landscape with a Starry Sky
1584
gouache
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1584
gouache
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows jagged, pale mountains rising against a soft blue sky. The peaks glow faintly, like they’re lit from behind, while the foreground rocks are rough and shadowy. Light streaks across the sky, and tiny white shapes—maybe birds or clouds—float near the top. The brushstrokes are loose and watery, almost like the artist worked fast. The colors blend smoothly, giving the scene a dreamy, distant feel. If you like this style, check out the technique: watercolor, glazing.
