The picture dates from the later phase of Palmer's early, visionary Shoreham period, and is related to several other paintings and drawings of this time.
More information
Title of artwork, date
The Bright Cloud, 1834
Date supported
1976
Medium and material
Oil & tempera on mahogany panel
Dimensions
23 x 32 cm
Grant
2000
Total cost
50000
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