Moody Landscapes
Angels Appearing before the Shepherds
Henry Ossawa Tanner
An atmospheric and ethereal depiction of a biblical scene, rendered in a striking palette of nocturnal blues and purples.
Daniel in the Lions' Den
Henry Ossawa Tanner
1907 · Paper, Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterwork of atmospheric lighting and spiritual quietude by renowned artist Henry Ossawa Tanner.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with cooler, clearer color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray
About the piece
Created in 1907 by Henry Ossawa Tanner, this evocative oil painting depicts the biblical story of Daniel in the lions' den. Tanner's masterful use of a monochromatic blue and green palette creates a luminous, atmospheric scene that emphasizes divine protection and stillness over drama.
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