Artwork
Moonlight near Yarmouth
Moonlight near Yarmouth is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist John Crome. It dates from 1805 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Moonlight near Yarmouth is an oil painting by John Crome, dated to 1805, and is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a peaceful nocturnal scene, featuring a body of water that mirrors the moon's gentle illumination. The shoreline is lined with the dark shapes of trees and buildings, set against a cloudy sky.
Technique & Style
Crome's application of chiaroscuro generates a profound sense of depth and ambiance, guiding the viewer's gaze into the serene landscape. The nuanced interplay of light and shadow enhances the overall tranquility of the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Crome, once known as Old Crome to distinguish him from his artist son John Berney Crome, was an English landscape painter of the Romantic era, one of the principal artists and founding members of the Norwich School of painters.
