jim henson

November Moonlight by John Atkinson Grimshaw is an intriguingly subtle oil on canvas that depicts a hushed hopefulness that pervades this chilly, damp night.

The diffused light leaves us quietly expectant, yet unsure of its source.  The moist fog obscures the horse-drawn cart that moves away slowly from us down the wet street.  The weak moonlight filters through the bare trees and shines on the wall to our right.  The lights shine encouragingly from the windows beyond.

In spite of its austerity, this painting holds a silent promise of better times to come.