Wood Interior
Medium
oil on canvas
Dimensions
114 × 99 cm
Classification
Painting
Department
American Painting and Sculpture
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Gift of Mrs. Henry A. Everett for the Dorothy Burnham Everett Memorial Collection
Accession Number
1926.488
Tags
male
About this artwork
Through luminescent color, filtered light, and a subtle evocation of atmosphere, Carlsen created a quiet, meditative mood in Wood Interior. The delicate trees, trickling brook, and soft bed of the forest floor invite a tranquil retreat from bustling city life. The painting’s lighter palette is complemented by its custom-made gilded frame, which is crafted in muted 16-karat gold rather than the standard, more vibrant 18-karat.