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Kerstnacht (Christmas Eve)

Theodoor van Hoijtema

1894

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Kerstnacht (Christmas Eve) is a 1894 ink by Theodoor van Hoijtema, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Theodoor van Hoijtema
When & what style?: 1894 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image depicts a serene winter scene, with a large tree at its center, its branches stretching upwards towards the sky. The tree is surrounded by a few smaller trees and bushes, all covered in a thick layer of snow. In the background, a small village can be seen, with smoke rising from the chimneys of the houses. The scene is rendered in a range of grays and whites, with touches of brown and green. The overall effect is one of peacefulness and tranquility, evoking a sense of stillness and quiet contemplation. The painting's use of lithography adds a sense of texture and depth to the image, inviting the viewer to explore the intricate details of the scene. For more information on this technique, explore the art of lithography.