Modern and Contemporary Art

Note

When Wolf Kahn moved to Vermont in 1968, he found inspiration in the rural landscapes of New England. In his 1983 interview with the San Diego Union-Tribune, Kahn praised “…the light, [the] shifting horizons [and] the variety and gentleness” of the countryside.

Renowned for his ability to capture the essence of a moment or place, Kahn would often use vivid hues and natural light to infuse warmth and vibrancy into his works. In Violet Woods, purples, blues, pinks and bright yellow dance across the sherbet-colored sky, while energetic trees spring forth from an electric green ground. Through his use of broad and quick brushstrokes, the artist conveyed a sense of movement and energy that captured the dynamic nature of the setting sun.

In this painting, Kahn did not merely recreate nature on canvas - he breathed new life into it. He invited viewers to feel as if they were right there, in the midst of the woods, gazing upon a magnificent sunset.