Gasthof zur Muldentalsperre (2000) by Peter Doig

Gasthof zur Muldentalsperre - Peter Doig - 2000

Artwork Information

TitleGasthof zur Muldentalsperre
ArtistPeter Doig
Date2000
Art MovementMagic Realism

About Gasthof zur Muldentalsperre

The artwork titled “Gasthof zur Muldentalsperre” is a piece created by the artist Peter Doig in the year 2000. It belongs to the art movement known as Magic Realism and falls under the genre of landscape paintings.

The artwork presents a serene and evocative depiction of a natural and constructed landscape. Central to the composition is a curving wall, built with a mosaic of colored stones, that appears to guide the viewer’s eye toward a large body of water in the background. The stone wall, possibly serving as a dam or barrier, leads up to a gate in the foreground, which is flanked by trees and vegetation. The sky above is depicted in ethereal hues, resembling an evening or nighttime scene, with the star-studded sky enhancing the dreamlike quality of the artwork. To the right, there is a darkened area that suggests dense woodland or forest, providing a striking contrast to the lighter, more open area near the water. The overall atmosphere suggests a tranquil, yet mysterious setting, inviting viewers to lose themselves in the intricate, otherworldly details.

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