The artwork entitled “Sunset” was created by George Inness around the year 1865. This piece is an oil painting on board that belongs to the Tonalism art movement. It has dimensions of 26 by 36.8 centimeters and falls under the genre of landscape painting.
The artwork captures a tranquil scene at sunset with a predominance of warm, rich tones. The sun is depicted as it lowers beyond the horizon, casting a radiant glow across the sky and illuminating the clouds with hues of orange and gold. In the foreground, the dark silhouettes of trees and a calm body of water reflect the light from the setting sun, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere. The composition is balanced, with the interplay of light and shadow creating a serene and contemplative mood. George Inness’s masterful use of color and subtle gradations exemplifies the Tonalism movement’s emphasis on capturing the ephemeral quality of light and atmosphere.
