#44 • Moonlit Buggy Ride 3-D Scene by Dan Esh

Part of 03/13/26 Aaron & Abner Zook Artwork Auction (live auction by PA Auction Center)

High bid $325.00

Status: Sold

This serene and evocative countryside scene by Dan Esh captures the quiet beauty of rural Pennsylvania under a glowing moonlit sky. The composition centers on a winding country road leading toward a classic covered bridge, rendered in raised relief so the structure projects forward from the painted background. A horse-drawn buggy travels the road in the foreground, its sculpted form adding depth and narrative to the scene. To the left, a gently cascading stream flows over rocks and beneath trees heavy with autumn foliage, their leaves painted in warm yellows and greens. The rolling hills beyond are dotted with farmhouses and barns, softly illuminated beneath a pale full moon. Fence lines curve through the landscape, guiding the viewer’s eye across the composition and reinforcing the sense of distance and tranquility. Esh’s use of layered construction brings the scene to life: the trees, bridge, buggy, and foreground elements stand proud of the surface, while the background hills and sky remain smoothly painted, creating a convincing sense of depth. The restrained nighttime palette muted greens, warm ochres, soft whites, and deep blues enhance the calm, reflective mood of the work. The artwork is housed in a substantial solid wood frame, whose warm tone complements the natural colors of the scene and provides a finished, display-ready presentation.