“Evening Distance” is an artwork created by Wolf Kahn in 2006. This piece falls under the genres of Color Field Painting and Figurative Expressionism, and it represents a landscape scene. Kahn is known for his vibrant use of color and expressive brushstrokes, which are evident in this particular artwork.
The artwork showcases a serene landscape at dusk, with a horizon line set against a dynamic sky. The sky is depicted with a gradient of hues ranging from soft pink to light blue, transitioning to a brighter yellow near the horizon, which conveys the fleeting light of evening. Below the horizon, a narrow band of vivid blue suggests a body of water or a distant mountain. The foreground is dominated by darker, earth-toned strokes, which create a stark yet harmonious contrast with the sky. Wolf Kahn’s mastery in blending and juxtaposing colors brings a sense of depth and tranquility to the scene, characteristic of his approach to landscape painting.
