Forêt - Wald
Max Ernst (1891 – 1976)
Explore the surreal world of Max Ernst (1891-1976), a Dada & Surrealism pioneer! Discover his innovative frottage, collages & dreamlike paintings featuring birds, landscapes & psychological themes. #MaxErnst #Surrealism #Dada
A Nocturnal Vision
Max Ernst’s Forêt - Wald captures a serene nocturnal forest scene with a luminous moon. The painting depicts a forest at night where the moon shines brightly in the sky, positioned towards the top left corner of the image. This celestial light casts its glow over the forest, illuminating the entire scene.
The composition features several trees visible within the work, with some located closer to the foreground while others stretch further into the background. These trees possess long leaves that extend outwards from their trunks, creating a sense of depth and dimension. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility and peace, established by the night sky and the moon amidst nature.
About this artwork
- Title: Forêt - Wald
- Artist: Max Ernst
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Movement: Surrealist Exploration
- Medium: Painting
- Color palette: Dark
- Main color: Midnight Blue
- Keywords: large forest canvas , surrealist forest print , night landscape painting
- Color hue: Green to Violet Spectrum
Quick Facts
- Medium: Painting
- Notable elements: Moonlight, trees
- Title: Forêt - Wald
- Movement: Surrealism