Afterglow
1913
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1913
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting depicts a cityscape with tall buildings and boats on the water. The sky is a mix of blue and yellow hues, with smoke rising from the buildings. The boats are dark, with smoke coming from their chimneys. The water is a light blue-green color, with some darker areas. In the foreground, the boats are the main focus, with the cityscape in the background. The painting has a sense of movement, with the smoke and steam rising from the buildings and boats. The colors are muted, with a focus on blues and yellows. The painting's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
