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Afternoon Sun, by Leo Gestel, oil, 1908

Afternoon Sun

Leo Gestel

1908

oil

canvas

From the collection of Kröller-Müller Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Afternoon Sun is a 1908 oil by Leo Gestel, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Kröller-Müller Museum.

Who painted this?
Leo Gestel
When & what style?
1908 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Kröller-Müller Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape with a winding path through a grassy field, flanked by trees and bushes. The sky above is a soft, pale yellow. The artist has used bold brushstrokes and vivid colors to bring the scene to life. The painting's style is reminiscent of the Post-Impressionist movement, with an emphasis on capturing the play of light and color. The use of oil paint and the artist's technique of applying thick layers of paint to the canvas add depth and texture to the work. For more information on the artist's technique, look up impasto.

About the artist

Portrait of Leo Gestel
Artist

Leo Gestel

Leo Gestel (11 November 1881, Woerden – 26 November 1941, Hilversum) was a Dutch painter.

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