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Moonlight on the Medway at Chatham, by Frank Short, 1920

Moonlight on the Medway at Chatham

Frank Short

1920

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

Moonlight on the Medway at Chatham is a 1920 by Frank Short, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Frank Short
When & what style?
1920
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene nighttime scene. A boat with a sail is on a river, with a windmill in the background. The moon is full and bright in the sky. The water reflects the moon's light, creating a sense of calm. The artist has used a range of dark and light tones to create depth and atmosphere. The painting is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

About the artist

Portrait of Frank Short
Artist

Frank Short

Sir Francis Job Short PPRE (19 June 1857 – 22 April 1945) was a British printmaker and teacher of printmaking.

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