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Night: A Port in the Moonlight, 1748 (oil on canvas)
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Night: A Port in the Moonlight, 1748 (oil on canvas)
XIR71565 Night: A Port in the Moonlight, 1748 (oil on canvas) by Vernet, Claude Joseph (1714-89); 98x164 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: La Nuit, un Port de Peche au Clair de Lune; ); French, out of copyright
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Night - A Port in the Moonlight, 1748
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captures the enchanting beauty of a serene fishing port illuminated by the soft glow of the moon. Painted by Claude Joseph Vernet, this oil on canvas print measures 98x164 cm and is housed at the Louvre in Paris, France. In this mesmerizing scene, we are transported to a tranquil harbor where a majestic ship rests peacefully amidst calm waters. The full moon casts its ethereal light upon the scene, creating an otherworldly ambiance that bathes everything in a gentle radiance. The fishermen's boats bob gently on the water as they return from their nocturnal expedition, their silhouettes adding depth to an already picturesque seascape. The artist skillfully uses light and shadow to evoke a sense of tranquility and mystery. A warm fire flickers near the shore, casting dancing reflections on both land and sea. It provides solace for weary fishermen who gather around it after a long night's work. Vernet masterfully captures every minute detail - from the texture of rippling waves to delicate brushstrokes depicting wisps of clouds against an ink-black sky. This painting transports us into another world; one filled with serenity and awe-inspiring natural beauty. As we gaze upon "Night: A Port in the Moonlight" we can almost hear whispers carried by gentle breezes and feel our worries melt away under nature's soothing embrace.
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