River Scene by Moonlight
painting by Neer
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Aert van der Neer was a Dutch Baroque painter renowned for his nocturnal landscapes, particularly those illuminated by moonlight. His painting, "River Scene by Moonlight," exemplifies his mastery in depicting light effects, showcasing his sensitivity to how light reflects on water and in riverside houses. Van der Neer specialized in these atmospheric scenes, and within this niche, he had no contemporary rivals. His most powerful works are believed to date from the mid-1640s to around 1660.1
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