Francis Job "Frank" Short (1857–1945) - Moonrise Ramsgate

Sir Francis Job "Frank" Short (1857–1945). "Moonrise Ramsgate" Mezzotint, hand-signed and titled by the British artist. Work from 1904. Size: 34.5 x 51.5 cm Very well preserved, with slight signs of handling as shown in the photographs. A camera capable of producing clearer images was used to capture the composition of the landscape. The tones are dark. Sir Frank Short revived and perfected traditional printmaking techniques that were falling into disuse, particularly mezzotint. He produced a celebrated series of prints and interpretations based on J.M.W. Turner's *Liber Studiorum*, recreating the master's landscapes with admirable precision and technical devotion. He also collaborated closely with figures of the stature of John Ruskin and James McNeill Whistler. His style is distinguished by its ability to capture the subtle nuances of light in the British climate—especially mists, overcast skies, water reflections, and the transitions of dawn and dusk. His minimalist, melancholic landscapes always convey a sense of stillness and solitude... Professional packaging with all security measures. Fast shipping with UPS or SEUR (mainly with these companies) and with a permanent tracking number. Although it does not appear in the description, combined shipping is possible, adjusting the price of shipping and returning the remaining amount. Important: we pay taxes. If you wish to send an invoice, please tell us so that we can include it in the package. Thanks. We are professionals in the sale of works of art: graphic works, paintings, sculptures, artist books, rare and antique books, manuscripts and photography. Unique hand-made montages of our own works. We treat each work of art with care and handle it as it deserves to offer the collector total satis-faction in their acquisition. We are also Restoration professionals, mainly in ancient work (Painting and Sculpture), providing detailed reports of all our interventions and respecting the history of all the restored pieces. laartigua l´Art / We love art.

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