Molen bij maanlicht c. 1899

"Molen bij maanlicht" (Windmill by Moonlight) is an oil painting by Jacob Maris, a Dutch painter known for his landscapes and seascapes. Created around 1899, the painting captures a solitary windmill silhouetted against a pale, moonlit sky. The muted palette and loose brushstrokes convey a sense of atmospheric stillness and quietude. The painting is a notable example of Maris's signature style, characterized by a focus on light and atmospheric effects. This painting is held in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, and it measures 49.5 cm in height, 40.6 cm in width, and 11.7 cm in depth.