Brook by Moonlight 1891

"Brook by Moonlight" is a nocturnal landscape painting created by Ralph Blakelock in 1891. The artwork features a moonlit scene with a brook, silhouetted trees, and a hazy sky, evoking a sense of mystery and tranquility. Blakelock's signature use of impasto, visible in the textured brushstrokes, adds depth and luminosity to the canvas. The painting's serene mood, often associated with the artist's later works, has made it a notable example of American Tonalism, a movement emphasizing atmospheric effects and subtle color variations.