Moonlight in Virginia | George Inness | 1884

George Inness’s Moonlight in Virginia (1884) brings the American landscape into a subdued nocturnal register, with a luminous moon and illuminated trees emerging from deep surrounding shadow. The composition depends on the balance between passages of darkness and the light that gathers across the sky and landscape. Softened edges and richly worked colour bind the separate forms together, encouraging the eye to move through the scene gradually rather than settle on isolated details.

The painting reflects Inness’s interest in landscape as an expression of spiritual and emotional experience. His affinity with the French Barbizon painters is evident in the earthy palette and the emphasis on atmosphere, while the quiet relationship between people and their surroundings gives the scene a distinctly contemplative character. The contrast between the moon’s clarity and the uncertain forms below creates a mood of solitude, repose and lingering unease.

Print: 

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

18 x 12 Inches = 45.7 cm x 30.5 cm

24 x 16 Inches = 61.0 cm x 40.6 cm