Moonlight Jester
A playful nocturne centered on a jester balanced on a crescent moon, where bright reds and yellows seem to ignite against the glass after dark.
- Dimensions
- 24" x 36"
- Medium
- Reverse glass painting, enamel
- Technique
- Reverse enamel painting with graphic linework and backlit color fields
- Year
- 2022
Placed in a private collection
This work remains in the ledger as a reference for color, atmosphere, scale, and future commission conversations.
The work's story
Built to change with the room.
Moonlight Jester was painted as a small theatrical scene: comic, watchful, and slightly mysterious. The figure peers outward while the moon and lettering act as a frame. Because the composition is so graphic, it reads clearly from across a room and then rewards closer looking through its layered color edges.
How it holds light
Looks strongest near evening lamps or directional wall lighting. Backlighting is not required, but a focused warm light will intensify the moon and costume palette.
Placement and delivery
Ships fully insured in a reinforced art box or crate depending on final framing. Delivery timing is typically one week within the US.
Catalogue notes
Created with reverse enamel painting on glass, beginning with the facial features and lettering before building the moon, costume, and dark field behind them. Fine linework keeps the composition crisp when the piece is illuminated.
Looks strongest near evening lamps or directional wall lighting. Backlighting is not required, but a focused warm light will intensify the moon and costume palette.
Use a dry lint-free cloth on the front glass only. Avoid direct spray cleaners and handle the frame upright during transport.
Ships fully insured in a reinforced art box or crate depending on final framing. Delivery timing is typically one week within the US.
Signed certificate of authenticity included, with a matching studio inventory record for the work.
