Hubert Thornley (fl.1859-1898) "Chatham", moonlight scene on the Thames Signed "Thornley" and inscribed with the title, oil on canvas, 34.5cm by 29cm According to art historian Denys Brook-Hart, Thornley was actually called Charles Thornley working from an address in Paddington, London, later moving to Rochester in Kent. Although called Charles, but known as William Thornley. He would sell and exhibit under the names Charles, William or Hubert Thornley or variations of Thornberry. Flourished from 1859-1898 and exhibiting at the Royal Academy. He also exhibited at the British Institution from 1861-1867.