The artwork, titled “Shenandoah Valley,” was created by Grandma Moses in 1938. It belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is categorized under the landscape genre.
The artwork depicts a serene pastoral scene set in the Shenandoah Valley. Dominated by the rich palette of greens and earth tones, the composition captures a tranquil river flowing through a lush landscape, framed by distant blue mountains. In the foreground, several cows graze amidst a picturesque setting adorned with flowering trees and bushes. A modest white house nestles on the left side, blending harmoniously with the natural surroundings. The painting evokes a sense of simplicity and rustic charm, characteristic of Grandma Moses’ distinctive style.
