Moonlight

Print made by Pierre Charles Canot, ca. 1710–1777

1745

Etching and line engraving on moderately thick, moderately textured, cream laid paper

Yale Center for British Art

A nighttime scene depicts a harbor with several sailing vessels and small boats on the water. Figures are visible on the shore and in the boats, engaged in various activities. A city skyline with buildings and a bridge is visible in the distance. Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection