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Cliff on a Seashore

Hendrick Goltzius

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a coastal landscape with rugged terrain, including rock formations and a structure resembling a chapel or house. In the distance, there are ship masts, clouds, and turbulent seas with a ship navigating the waters. The scene is portrayed with bold brushstrokes in earthy tones, creating a moody atmosphere. Layered clouds fill the sky above.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1592/1595
Medium
chiaroscuro woodcut in sepia-ochre, green and black
Dimensions
4203 × 3336 px
Public Domain
Yes
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