After the storm (1935)

"Ľudovít Čordák's stunning 1935 masterpiece, 'After the Storm,' captivates the viewer with its dramatic visual aftermath of a tempestuous weather event. The painting emanates a palpable sense of calm following the chaotic fury of a storm. The setting is depicted with a masterful use of color and light, portraying a sweeping landscape under a vast and tumultuous sky.The sky, a central element of this work, is rendered with heavy, brooding clouds that seem to be breaking apart, allowing for the emergence of soft, glowing light that infuses the scene with a warm and hopeful glow. This interplay of light and shadow beautifully illustrates the clearing of the skies and the passing of the storm.Below, the landscape is bathed in a range of colors from dark browns to rich mauves and touches of luminous oranges and whites, reflecting the sky's changing colors onto the wet earth. Small patches of water mirror the sky, enhancing the sense of vastness and depth in the painting. A group of trees stands resiliently on the horizon, their dark silhouettes providing a stark contrast to the lighter fields around them, symbolizing endurance and strength.'After the Storm' is more than a depiction of a natural scene; it is an evocative representation of hope and renewal. Each brushstroke and color choice by Ľudovít Čordák invites the viewer to reflect on the natural cycle of turmoil and tranquility.