Luminous Moonlit Seascape Pastel Painting by Chandler

This is an original landscape artwork executed in soft pastels on paper or board, signed 'Chandler' in the lower left corner. The composition features a dramatic nocturnal seascape dominated by a bright, full moon obscured slightly by a hazy cloud layer. The color palette is monochromatic and atmospheric, utilizing various shades of gray, white, and deep charcoal to create a moody, luminous effect. In the middle ground, four stylized seagulls soar in a linear formation above a turbulent ocean. The waves are rendered with significant texture, showing cresting foam and frothy surf that reflects the moonlight. The technique shows blending in the sky and more energetic, linear applications in the water. The piece is housed in a contemporary double-frame consisting of a dark outer wooden molding and a lighter cream-colored inner linen-style liner. Based on the signature and stylistic execution, this work is attributed to the prolific American artist William Henry Chandler (1854–1928) or his studio, typical of the late 19th to early 20th-century landscape tradition. The condition appears stable, though there is some light dust accumulation on the frame and potential slight fading inherent to the medium if not protected by UV glass.