Artwork
Church by Moonlight
Church by Moonlight is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Alfred Worthington. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales.
About this work
Overview
Church by Moonlight is an oil painting created by Alfred Worthington in 1896. It is a landscape held at the National Library of Wales.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a small church at night, surrounded by tall trees and approached by a winding road. The scene is set under a full moon, with a dark blue sky and scattered clouds.
Technique & Style
The artwork is characterized by strong contrasts between light and dark, with the moon and church windows standing out against the surrounding shadows. This use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of drama and mystery.
Artist & collection
Artist
English painter in the 1880s–90s, Worthington captured Welsh coastal life and village scenes in oil.
