Moonlight

"Moonlight," an Impressionism oil painting by Willard Metcalf created in 1906, captures a serene evening scene at the home of Florence Griswold in Old Lyme, Connecticut. This landscape work is notable for its luminous depiction of moonlit surroundings, illustrating Metcalf’s mastery of nocturne effects. Recognized as his "most celebrated work," "Moonlight" was the first contemporary painting purchased by the Corcoran Gallery of Art. The painting exemplifies the light, color, and atmosphere characteristic of American Impressionism, emphasizing natural beauty and capturing a quiet moment in time.