Moonlight
- Artist
- Salvador Dali
- Date
- c.1928
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Landscape
Salvador Dalí's painting Moonlight exemplifies his mastery of Surrealism and his fascination with dreamlike landscape scenes. Like many of his works, it combines realistic details with fantastical elements, evoking intense emotion and a sense of the uncanny. Dalí's exploration of Expressionism is evident in the heightened mood and exaggerated forms, creating a mesmerizing portrayal of the nighttime scene. As part of his diverse oeuvre—including paintings, illustrations, and sculptures—Moonlight demonstrates his unique ability to blend imagination with technical precision, capturing the mysterious allure of the night.
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