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Yellow and Green Sunset

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The painting evokes a sense of serene solitude; the viewer is immediately drawn to the horizon where the sky blazes with bands of vivid yellow and verdant green, sliced by streaks of violet-blue. Below, the sea mirrors the sky's intensity, reflecting the bright colors onto the sand. The artist employed a striking use of color to convey the moment of sunset, contrasting the fiery hues of the sky with the cool, somber tones of the shoreline. The simplified forms and bold brushstrokes further emphasize the drama of the scene.

There's a feeling of stillness; the artist seems to be capturing not just the visual spectacle but also the profound quiet that accompanies the end of the day. The subtle suggestion of two figures on the beach adds a human element to the grand natural display. The painting's impact lies in its skillful manipulation of light and color, creating a mood that is both tranquil and mesmerizing.

Yellow and Green Sunset

Félix Edouard Vallotton

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Created:

1911

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6000 × 3940 px
810 × 540 mm

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