1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
Summer Night is a 1896 oil by Elin Danielson-Gambogi, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Finnish National Gallery.
This painting depicts a serene summer night scene. In the foreground, a field of tall, golden grass stretches out, with a few trees visible in the distance. The sky above is a soft, pale blue, with a full moon shining brightly. The artist's use of warm, muted colors creates a sense of calm and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the painting. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the glazing method, which involves applying multiple thin layers of transparent paint to achieve a deep, luminous color.
Elin Kleopatra Danielson-Gambogi (née Danielson; 3 September 1861 – 31 December 1919) was a Finnish painter, best known for her realist works and portraits.
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