The Thunderstorm 1948

"The Thunderstorm", a 1948 painting by American artist Grandma Moses, depicts a rural scene of a farmhouse and its surrounding landscape. The painting’s characteristically bright colors and simplified forms evoke the innocence of country life, juxtaposed with the approaching storm. The dark clouds in the distance and the windswept trees create a sense of impending drama, while the figures in the foreground appear oblivious to the approaching weather, further emphasizing the contrast between nature's power and the calm of daily life. This painting is a quintessential example of Moses's "primitive" style, known for its charming naiveté and nostalgic imagery.