1912
Early Moonlight (Ben Foster, 1912)
Ben Foster (1852–1926) made Early Moonlight. It dates from 1912. It is kept at Toledo Museum of Art in Toledo, United States of America.
Early Moonlight, in brief
- Title
- Early Moonlight
- Artist
- Ben Foster (1852–1926)
- Artist born in
- North Anson, United States
- Date
- 1912
- Where to see it
- Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, United States of America
Which museum holds Early Moonlight?
Toledo Museum of Art
Toledo, United States of America
Origins and History of the Institution The Toledo Museum of Art emerged in 1901 from the conviction of Edward Drummond Libbey. A glassmaker by trade, Libbey sought to ensure that visual culture remained accessible to all, a principle that remains central to the institution's identity. This commitment is reflected in the museum's enduring policy of free general admission, a practice maintained since its founding to remove social barriers to art.
High-resolution images of Early Moonlight
Ben Foster, Early Moonlight (1912), Toledo Museum of Art. Public domain.
Questions on Early Moonlight, answered
Where is "Early Moonlight" by Ben Foster on display today?
The original "Early Moonlight" by Ben Foster is held at the Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, United States of America. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.
What is the creation date of "Early Moonlight" by Ben Foster?
The creation of "Early Moonlight" by Ben Foster is dated 1912.
Is "Early Moonlight" by Ben Foster in the public domain?
"Early Moonlight" by Ben Foster is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Who created "Early Moonlight"?
"Early Moonlight" was created by Ben Foster. The information on this page describes Ben Foster's original work.
What was Ben Foster's age when "Early Moonlight" was created?
Ben Foster was 60 years old when creating "Early Moonlight" in 1912. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1852.
Is "Early Moonlight" by Ben Foster in the public domain, and why?
"Early Moonlight" by Ben Foster is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Ben Foster died in 1926.
Is "Early Moonlight" held in the country of its creator?
No - the artwork is kept abroad. "Early Moonlight" is held in United States of America, while Ben Foster was born in United States.
About the artist, Ben Foster
1852–1926, United States
Ben Foster
The Quietude of New England The landscape of North Anson, Maine, provides the initial backdrop for a life defined by a slow, deliberate pursuit of light and shadow. Born in 1852, Benjamin Foster does not enter the art world with the suddenness of a prodigy. Instead, he navigates the practicalities of survival, working as a merchant to fund a late-blooming devotion to the canvas. By the 1870s, the focus shifts to New York City.