This atmospheric mid-19th-century nocturne by Danish artist David Monies (1812-1894) depicts two cottages under the gentle glow of a partially covered moon. On the right, a man appears to be tending to his horse by an open barn door. While on the left, another chap casts a long shadow as he walks through the light.

Signed in the lower left and framed.

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Medium: Oil on canvas
Overall size: 19½” x 16½” / 50cm x 42cm
Year of creation: c. 1860
Condition: Craquelure but the paint is stable. A few abrasions. Frame with some light wear.
Artist’s auction highlight: £8,866 achieved for an oil painting in 1997.