Moonlight

- 69.0 x 81.0cm
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This Tonalist oil painting by Ralph Albert Blakelock captures a serene, moonlit nocturnal scene. Discover the mystery of this masterpiece today.
Om kunstneren
Ralph Albert Blakelock (1847-1919): En gåtefull amerikansk maler kjent for sine stemningsfulle, mørke landskapsmalerier og tonalistiske stil. Oppdag hans tragiske liv, vestlige reiser og kunstneriske arv etter et langt liv i skyggene.
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This elegant plaque features the artist's name and the title of the artwork, finely engraved for a timeless presentation.
It is made from bronze with a refined, elegant finish. The text is precisely laser-engraved for a sharp and permanent result. Measuring 9x2 cm, the plaque is compact yet easy to read. It's built to be durable and scratch-resistant, offering a professional, museum-quality look. Mounting is simple thanks to the included adhesive backing.
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The plaque includes essential engraved details such as the artist's name, the title of the artwork, the date it was created, the type of media used-like oil on canvas or watercolor-a brief description of the piece, and a QR code that links to the complete artwork information.
It is crafted from clear acrylic, offering a sleek, modern appearance. The text is UV-engraved in black to ensure strong visual contrast. With a size of 10x15 cm, it ensures optimal readability. It comes equipped with two metal hooks for secure wall mounting. The plaque is designed to be weather-resistant, making it suitable for various environments, and it includes interactive features that work seamlessly with smartphone scanning.
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This elegant plaque includes engraved information such as the artist's name, the title of the artwork, the date it was created, the type of media used (like oil on canvas or watercolor), a short description of the artwork, and a QR code for quick access to more information.
The plaque itself is made from refined black acrylic with a premium finish. The text is laser-engraved in white for high contrast and readability. Its size is 10x15 cm, designed to be easy to read. It comes with two metal hooks for professional mounting. The design is sleek and fits any interior style. It is also weather-resistant and durable, with built-in digital integration for mobile compatibility.
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Identification of Moonlight by Ralph Albert Blakelock
Moonlight is an oil on canvas work by Ralph Albert Blakelock, dating from ca. 1885–1889. The composition centers on a dark, moody moonlit landscape, utilizing a nocturnal setting to establish its atmosphere. The subject matter focuses on Native Americans situated within this wilderness, including the presence of a lone rider on a horse.
The artist's approach to the figures is intentionally vague, a characteristic that distinguishes the work from purely documentary landscape painting. By placing these subjects within a shadowy, nocturnal environment, Blakelock emphasizes the atmosphere of the American frontier. The work remains a significant example of the artist's ability to merge specific regional subject matter with a highly personalized, tonalist sensibility.
Composition and Visual Elements
The nocturnal landscape is organized around a central, luminous moon that casts a soft glow across the sky and creates shimmering reflections upon the water. A dark, silhouetted tree anchors the composition slightly to the left, providing a vertical counterpoint to the horizontal expanse of the forest and the distant, hazy background. The scene is defined by a sense of tranquility and mystery, achieved through the interplay of light and shadow across the terrain.
To the left, the composition incorporates a small encampment featuring a teepee, a distinct marker of the people from the Great Plains region. Native Americans are positioned within this grouping, rendered with a degree of abstraction that emphasizes the atmospheric mood over precise documentary detail. A small stream flows from the foreground toward the mid-ground, guiding the eye through the layered landscape of trees and water.
Technique and Physical Materials
Executed in oil on canvas, the work measures 27 1/16 x 32 in. (68.7 x 81.3 cm). The artist’s technical approach relies on a complex layering process, alternating numerous medium-rich transparent and pigmented translucent or opaque paint layers. This method creates a sense of depth and luminosity within the nocturnal scene. The surface exhibits physical characteristics resulting from the experimental use of materials, specifically the application of resin-rich layers which have caused the surface to crack due to age.
The artist’s signature is located in the lower right corner, rendered within an arrowhead shape as "R. A. Blakelock". The application of paint involves heavy brushstrokes and a scumbled technique, contributing to the textured, impasto quality of the surface. These physical properties work in tandem with the tonalist color palette to establish the atmospheric effects of the landscape.
History and Provenance of the Work
The painting is authenticated and catalogued by the University of Nebraska Inventory as NBI-143, category I. It is currently held within the Dick S. Ramsay Fund, 42.171.
The work has been exhibited at the Knoedler Gallery in New York, New York, most recently from March 3–31, 1973. During this exhibition, the piece was presented under the title Moonlight.
Documented Interpretations and Artistic Context
The inclusion of Native Americans distinguishes this work from European landscape traditions. By placing these figures within a dark, moody moonlit setting, the artist establishes a uniquely American landscape. This departure from documentary-style representation moves away from literal depiction toward a more atmospheric interpretation of the frontier.
The figures are rendered with a certain vagueness, a technique that leaves the specific narrative to the active imagination of the viewer. This ambiguity allows the scene to function as a space for contemplation rather than a precise historical record. The composition relies on this lack of detail to maintain its sense of mystery.
Related Works by Ralph Albert Blakelock
Blakelock’s exploration of nocturnal themes and indigenous subjects is reflected in several other compositions. His interest in Native American encampments is seen in Moonlight, Indian Encampment. This thematic focus on the American West often merged with his preference for low-light settings, a characteristic shared with Moonlight Sonata, currently held at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
The artist frequently returned to the interplay of light and water. His portfolio includes A Waterfall, Moonlight and Brook by Moonlight, both of which emphasize the atmospheric qualities of the landscape through his specific handling of light and shadow. These works demonstrate a consistent preoccupation with the quietude of the natural world during twilight and nocturnal hours.
Current Location of the Artwork
The painting is held within the Brooklyn Museum collection in Brooklyn, New York. It is part of the Dick S. Ramsay Fund, catalogued as 42.171. This specific work remains in the museum's permanent holdings.
At present, the artwork is not on view in the galleries. It is kept in the Luce Visible Storage area, located off the American galleries, where it can be viewed under specific conditions. Visitors may find it in this specialized storage space rather than in the main exhibition halls.
Spørsmål og svar
Hva forestiller "Moonlight" av Ralph Albert Blakelock?
Motivene i "Moonlight" er tree, tipi, river, moon, water, sky, landscape, gold.
Hvordan forenes kontrast og harmoni i "Moonlight"?
Fargekomposisjonen i "Moonlight" av Ralph Albert Blakelock forener en Statement kontrast med en Strong Color Unity harmoni.
Når og innen hvilken stilretning ble "Moonlight" laget?
"Moonlight" av Ralph Albert Blakelock er datert 1885 og tilhører Tonalism.
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Ralph Albert Blakelock
1847 - 1919, USA



For kunstverk eller reproduksjoner som er større enn 105 cm (ca. 41 tommer) på noen side, vil rammen bli sendt som et sett som må monteres. Denne metoden sikrer trygg levering og forhindrer skader under transport.


