Name/Title
Cloud Study IIIEntry/Object ID
2025.22.0001Description
Acrylic painting on foamboard by Richard Peter Matson depicting an expansive seascape under a vast, vibrant sky characterized by towering, fluffy clouds painted in varying hues of white, cream, and soft pastels as seen from White Street Pier. The clouds appear to rise dramatically, their forms shifting from denser bases to lighter, more ephemeral tops where they meet the cerulean expanse of the sky. Below the cloud formations, the tranquil sea reflects shades of turquoise and deep teal, subtly mirroring the sky’s colors and adding depth to the scene. The horizon line is clearly defined, separating the two halves while tying them together with color continuity. The texture of the clouds suggests movement and airiness, contrasting with the smooth, glass-like texture of the water below, creating an overall sense of peacefulness and grandeur. The artist’s signature is visible in the bottom right corner, indicating the painting's origin and lending it an additional layer of authenticity and personal touch.Artwork Details
Medium
AcrylicSubject Place
City
Key WestState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaCounty
MonroeCollection
Art CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Matson, Richard PeterRole
ArtistDate made
2003Time Period
21st CenturyPlace
City
Key WestState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaCounty
MonroeInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
SignatureLocation
Lower Right CornerTranscription
Matson '03Language
EnglishMaterial/Technique
PaintedLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PaintingNomenclature Class
ArtNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsDimensions
Height
7-1/4 inWidth
11-1/4 inDepth
1/4 inCondition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionOverall Condition
Very Good