Dovedale by Moonlight | Joseph Wright of Derby | 1785

In "Dovedale by Moonlight", Joseph Wright of Derby (1734–1797) transforms the Derbyshire landscape into a scene of quiet grandeur and poetic mystery. The moon’s cool light glides across the winding river and rugged limestone cliffs, revealing the forms of trees and rocks with a subtle, silvery clarity while leaving much of the valley in enveloping shadow. Typical of Wright’s fascination with dramatic lighting and nocturnal effects, the painting balances precise observation of nature with a deeply Romantic sense of atmosphere, turning a familiar English landscape into a contemplative vision of solitude, stillness, and the sublime.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints include a .25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

14 x 11 Inches = 35.5 cm x 28 cm

20 x 16 Inches = 50.8 cm x 40.6 cm