Clair de lune à Overschie 1855

"Clair de lune à Overschie" (Moonlight at Overschie) is an 1855 oil painting by Dutch artist Johan Barthold Jongkind. The painting depicts a serene evening scene with a church spire and a glowing moon reflected in the water. The soft lighting and atmospheric perspective create a dreamlike ambiance, characteristic of Jongkind's style. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and the beauty of the natural world, capturing a fleeting moment of time. Jongkind was a key figure in the development of Impressionism, known for his innovative use of light and color, which influenced subsequent generations of artists.