After the Storm by John Francis Murphy. A group of dark, silhouetted trees stands against a turbulent, golden-grey sky over a dim field at twilight.

After the Storm

John Francis Murphy

1850 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic Tonalist landscape capturing the atmospheric shift and lingering light of a sky clearing after a storm.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened warm notes — anchors the wall with steady presence.

Often works in
Living Room · Study · Library
Placement
Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Olive green, Aged gold

About the piece

After the Storm by American Tonalist John Francis Murphy exemplifies the movement's focus on mood and atmosphere over literal detail. This 19th-century oil painting features a cluster of dark trees silhouetted against a luminous, overcast sky, creating a sense of quiet contemplation and natural drama that anchors any room.