The image shows a rustic scene near a cabin. There are tall trees and a high horizon in the background. The monochrome palette has various shades of brown, giving a vintage look. The brushstrokes and shading provide depth to the picture. An upturned boat is near the shore with wooden beams scattered around. A simple wooden cabin is next to other buildings blending with the surroundings. Figures are near the structures, and tall trees with foliage form a border against the sky in the distance.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1761, published 1765
- Medium
- chalk manner with etched hatching printed in black ink on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3241 × 4122 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
Palette