Sunset Over the Bay of Naples 1901

Tivadar Kosztka Csontvary made this painting of the Bay of Naples, probably with oil on canvas, and maybe even outside, 'en plein air' as they say. The painting's all about a warm sunset glow, set off by some dark trees, that almost seem to be vibrating on the canvas. I can just imagine him, squinting into the light, trying to capture that exact moment when day turns into night. There's something kind of eerie about it too, like the scene is about to disappear. But there's also a sense of hope, you know, like maybe tomorrow will be even better. It kind of reminds me of Van Gogh's dark colours, but also the way some painters use light to make you feel a certain way. I love how painters pick up from one another through time. It’s a feeling and an idea, as much as something you see.