The Mouth of the Thames—Isle of Sheppey in Distance

Frank Short, after Joseph Mallord William Turner

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the sea from a low vantage point just above the water. The horizon is low, with the sky dominating the upper part of the image. In the distance, several sailing ships are navigating the water, with their sails partially unfurled. The brushstrokes give a soft quality to the waves and ships. The color palette is sepia tones, creating a vintage atmosphere. The clouds are dense, giving an impression of impending weather contrasting with the lighter hues in the water.