Oil painting in impressionist style, moonlit scene, 1983 – Alexander Michael

In this evocative nocturnal landscape, Alexander Michael captures the silent poetry of a moonlit evening by the sea. A silver moon dominates the sky, radiating light through swirling brushstrokes that fill the night with movement and depth. The cool palette of deep blues, purples, and turquoise contrasts sharply with the pale glow of the moon reflected on the water's surface. Painted in 1983, this work illustrates Michael's mature period, marked by a dynamic brushstroke, emotional luminosity, and a deep fascination with natural light. The dark wooden frame enhances the atmospheric intensity of the painting, giving it a sense of silent contemplation and timelessness. Oil on board. Signed at the bottom left 'AM 83'. Alexander Michael (1939-2024) was a German painter of landscapes, still lifes, and architecture. His paintings can be stylistically attributed to Impressionism or a late Impressionist style. His loose painting style, applied with confidence, creates a vibrant and atmospheric effect with visible brushstrokes and vivid colours. The conditions of light, colour tones, and the artist's subjective perception are characteristic of his works.