Night on the Outskirts of Town
- Artist
- Istvan Farkas
- Date
- 1931
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
"Night on the Outskirts of Town" is a compelling genre painting that captures a quiet, atmospheric scene on the edge of an urban area. The artwork exemplifies Expressionism with bold colors and distorted forms conveying emotional intensity and inner turmoil. The setting could be reminiscent of Tirana’s outskirts, a city characterized by its mountain-enclosed landscape and sunny climate. The painting’s depiction of suburban life and evening shadows highlights the emotional depth typical of genre painting while exploring human experiences in everyday environments.
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