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Twilight, 1866. Creator: Charles Francois Daubigny
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Twilight, 1866. Creator: Charles Francois Daubigny
Twilight, 1866. During the 1860s, Daubigny began regularly painting moonlight scenes, evoking a mood of melancholy that his biographer Frederic Henriet attributed to his advancing age. He cruised up and down the Seine River in his studio-boat in search of subjects such as this view near the village of Andresy. The picture was probably completed in the studio over several sessions and exhibited at the 1867 Paris Salon
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Charles Francois Daubigny's Twilight, painted in 1866, captures the enchanting and melancholic atmosphere of a moonlit night along the River Seine in France. Daubigny, a prominent French painter of the 19th century, is known for his impressionistic landscapes and his frequent exploration of moonlight scenes. As he aged, Daubigny's work took on a more contemplative and introspective quality, reflecting the passing of time and the tranquility of the natural world. This particular painting was likely completed in Daubigny's studio, using sketches and studies made on location near the village of Andresy. The artist's studio-boat allowed him to cruise up and down the river in search of inspiring views, and the resulting oil on panel work showcases the rich colors and atmospheric effects of the twilight hour. Twilight is a testament to Daubigny's mastery of light and color, as well as his ability to evoke a sense of tranquility and wonder. The painting was exhibited at the 1867 Paris Salon and is now part of the collection at the Walters Art Museum. This work invites viewers to reflect on the beauty of the natural world and the passage of time, as the moon rises over the tranquil riverbank and the day gives way to night.
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