Light gate by Silvian Sternhagel

About "Light gate"

by Silvian Sternhagel

About the artwork

This painting invites the viewer to immerse himself in a harmonious symbiosis between nature and man. It presents a picturesque and sublime mountain landscape in which nature is depicted in all its splendour and power.

The incidence of light falling on the scene from behind emphasises the beauty of nature and creates a vivid radiance of light. The sun's rays literally make the light stream onto the wall of clouds, creating an impressive power of light.

The mountain range on the horizon lends majesty to the scene and conveys a feeling of seclusion. The mountain peaks and the mountain ridge become co-players in the shaping of the clouds, while the distant view and the far-reaching vista promise endless discovery to the right of the picture.

In the middle ground of the picture a mountain lake stretches out, its clear surface able to mirror the surrounding world. The water seems calm. The banks are overgrown with grass and other grasses, emphasising the natural integrity and diversity of the surroundings.

The cloud formations in the sky are an impressive play of nature, ranging from cluster clouds to larger cloud formations. They bear witness to the dynamism of nature and its constant change.

In this scene, nature is depicted as a predictable game in which man directly plays no role. The mountains on the left capture and deform the clouds, while the wind acts as an invisible force. The painting reminds us to respect and protect nature as it has its own laws. It shows the beauty and power of nature and encourages the viewer to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and respect the wisdom of the environment.