The image shows a canal scene from an elevated perspective. People and boats are visible on the water. Buildings line the canal, leading the eye towards the horizon. The etching technique creates a sketch-like quality with fine lines suggesting details. The color palette is monochromatic, with warm tones on the paper and black ink for contrast. Figures attend to boats near the canal's edge, while others engage in activities near a bridge in the distance. Architectural features frame the urban environment.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1879/1880
- Medium
- etching and drypoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3298 × 4947 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
Palette