Crescent Moon Overlooking a Field of Flowers

This painting began with an 1899 American Crescent Cycles poster by Frederick Winthrop Ramsdell, a striking example of Art Nouveau where flowing hair and fabric suggested motion long before photography could capture it. What stayed with me was the mood. That quiet confidence. The sense of freedom wrapped in elegance. Crescent Moon Overlooking a Field of Flowers is my contemporary reimagining of that historic image, created not as a replica but as a living interpretation. It carries the spirit of early cycling romance while allowing the scene to feel more intimate and emotionally present.

What makes this piece unique is the way color and texture drive the experience. The sky is built with layered blues and expressive, textured strokes that create movement overhead, while the warm crescent moon settles into the horizon with a soft glow. Her dress is painted in luminous yellows with floral accents that catch light against the darker landscape. The contrast between the deep greens of the field and the flowing copper tones of her hair creates a visual rhythm that pulls the eye across the canvas. The brushwork remains intentionally visible, giving the surface a tactile depth that can only be achieved through oil on canvas.

The original artwork is oil on canvas, measuring 40” x 60” (approximately 102 x 152 cm).

Note:  The original oil painting is held in reserve. Please inquire for more details. 

Museum-quality prints are available in two sizes:

11” x 17” (approximately 28 x 43 cm)

16” x 24” (approximately 41 x 61 cm)

Each print is produced on museum-quality archival rag paper, selected for its rich tonal reproduction, soft matte surface, and long-term durability. The result preserves the depth of color and painterly texture while offering a refined, collectible presentation suitable for framing and display.