Claude Joseph Vernet’s Night: A Port in the Moonlight (1748) envelops viewers in a serene nocturnal harbor scene. Under the gentle glow of the full moon, ships rest quietly in calm waters, their masts and rigging silhouetted against the night sky. Warm light emanates from the windows of a tall wooden ship, creating a comforting contrast to the cool moonlight. The scene captures a moment of stillness, inviting contemplation and a sense of peace.
This work can be seen at [The Louvre Museum in Paris, France.,https://collections.louvre.fr/en/ark:/53355/cl010061990]
Duration:
00:03:20
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