Ship on a Beach by Moonlight

The information on Ralph Stubbs is a little uncertain as there are a number of parties called Stubbs, at least one called Reuben and two called Ralph. Problems have arisen from the name 'R. Stubbs' appearing on pictures as late as 1888 despite records showing that Ralph died in 1879. One view is that Stubbs had a son who also signed his work 'R.Stubbs' and exhibited in Hull as late as 1888. Ship on a Beach by Moonlight is a more romantic coastal view with the artist attending to the effects of light and atmosphere. This manner is reflective of his foremost interests as a landscape painter.