The image depicts a wide body of water with a bustling harbor scene. Numerous sailing vessels with tall masts are visible on the horizon, alongside distant smokestacks releasing smoke into the sky. Closer to the viewer, smaller boats are faintly outlined with fine, diagonal strokes. The left side of the composition features a waterfront with buildings. The artwork is characterized by loose, sketch-like lines and varying densities of hatching to suggest depth and perspective. The color palette is monochromatic, dominated by shades of gray, giving it a muted visual impact.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1878
- Medium
- etching and drypoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4903 × 3265 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
Palette