The image is an etching showing a view from a raised perspective overlooking a calm body of water towards a distant city skyline. The composition includes architectural outlines such as a dome and spires at the horizon, with ships and boats masts to the right, and vertical poles in the water as navigational markers. Delicate linework is used, and the color palette is limited to soft sepia tones, creating a tranquil mood.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1880
- Medium
- etching and drypoint on Asian laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4814 × 3310 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
Palette