Nocturnal Spires
1950
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1950
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a dreamy castle rising from a dark, misty forest at night. The towers are sharp and pointy, glowing faintly against a deep blue sky. A pale moon hangs high, casting a soft light over the scene. The trees around the castle are thick and shadowy, blending into the night. The artist used watercolor to create a moody, almost ghostly effect. The colors are mostly blues and grays, with just a hint of light breaking through the darkness. Look up Dulac, Edmund to see more of his eerie, imaginative work.
