The painting depicts a dark sea scene with two ships. The sky is dark with clouds and a full moon shining through. The sea is choppy and dark green. The ships are dark and appear to be sailing to the right. The painting is cracked and aged, with visible lines and discoloration throughout. The color palette is predominantly dark with shades of green, black, and yellow. The overall mood is ominous and dramatic. The title of the painting is "Moonlight Marine" and it is by Albert Pinkham Ryder.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1870–90
- Medium
- Oil and possibly wax on wood panel
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 599 × 570 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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