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Evening Light

Donald Shaw MacLaughlan

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bustling harbor scene with a low horizon filled with tall masts and various silhouettes of a busy port. In the distance, a large steamship emits smoke against a sky filled with swirling clouds. The style features fine lines creating intricate details, with cross-hatching for depth. The color scheme is monochromatic in sepia and dark brown tones. Closest to the viewer, small boats and figures are depicted, with activity near the bottom of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1913
Medium
etching
Dimensions
5016 × 3644 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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