Golden Winter Sunrise Over Serene Landscape

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A vibrant, highly detailed painting depicting a winter landscape at sunset or sunrise. The sky is dominated by a large, glowing golden yellow sun, with swirling clouds rendered in shades of blue, grey, and yellow, creating movement and depth. Snow-covered rolling hills stretch into the distance, with a valley winding through them. A glistening stream or river, reflecting the sky's colors, flows through the center of the valley. Bare, gnarled trees with intricate branch patterns frame the scene, particularly on the left and right foreground. On the right side, nestled amongst the trees, are several rustic stone or wooden cottages with snow-covered roofs, their windows emitting a warm, inviting yellow light. Additional small houses are scattered further back in the valley. The snow is depicted with strong shadows and highlights, giving it a textural, almost sculpted appearance, with hints of blue and purple in the shaded areas. There are also bushes covered in snow, contributing to the detailed texture of the foreground. The overall style is reminiscent of a storybook illustration or a woodcut, with clear lines and rich, expressive brushstrokes.