Artwork
The Rising Moon
The Rising Moon is a print by the Impressionist artist Samuel Palmer. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1966.188
About this work
Overview
The Rising Moon is a 1857 landscape print by British Romantic artist Samuel Palmer, characterized by its serene and atmospheric depiction of a nighttime rural scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print captures a tranquil, moonlit landscape featuring a small building with a steeple, tall trees, grazing sheep, and uneven terrain with scattered bushes and branches. The scene conveys a sense of peacefulness under the moon's light.
Technique & Style
Palmer employed soft shading techniques to achieve depth in the black-and-white composition, resulting in a sketch-like quality that emphasizes mood and atmosphere, consistent with his visionary and pastoral style.
History & Provenance
Created in 1857 by Samuel Palmer, a Fellow of the Society of Painter-Etchers, the work reflects his mid-19th-century focus on idealized rural landscapes within the Romantic movement.
Context
The Rising Moon sits within Palmer's broader oeuvre of Romantic-era landscapes that prioritize emotional and contemplative qualities, often set in idyllic, nocturnal environments.
Legacy
While specific impact details are not provided, the work contributes to Palmer's recognized body of work influencing the perception of rural landscapes in British Romantic art.
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Artist
Samuel Palmer Hon.RE (Hon. Fellow of the Society of Painter-Etchers) (27 January 1805 – 24 May 1881) was a British landscape painter, etcher and printmaker. He was also a prolific writer. Palmer was a key figure in…
