Sketch for the State Capitol at Albany (Flight of Night)
1890
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From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1890
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This painting depicts a scene with a woman sitting on a cloud, surrounded by horses and other creatures. The woman is dressed in a flowing white robe, and her hair is tied back. She appears to be gazing out into the distance, with a serene expression on her face. The horses are arranged around her, with one horse rearing up on its hind legs. The background of the painting is a soft, muted color, with hints of blue and green. The overall effect is one of calmness and tranquility, with the woman and the horses seeming to be suspended in a peaceful moment. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the work of the artist, William Morris Hunt.
