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Buffalo at Night
Buffalo at Night is an unspecified painting by Hester Miller. It dates from 1938 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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Overview
Buffalo at Night is a landscape painting by Hester Miller, created around 1938, and is part of the Detroit Institute of Arts collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene nighttime scene featuring a herd of buffalo in the foreground, set against a backdrop of mountains and a moonlit sky. The buffalo are shown in various orientations, creating a sense of calm.
Technique & Style
The artwork employs chiaroscuro to achieve a sense of depth, with the buffalo and background rendered in dark tones punctuated by lighter shades where the moonlight falls. This contrast contributes to the overall dimensionality of the scene.
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