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Four-Master (Left) and Two Three-Masters Anchored near a Fortified Island with a Lighthouse

Frans Huys after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a maritime scene with three sailing ships, a fortress with a cylindrical tower emitting smoke, and a rowboat in the water. The style is detailed with fine lines, creating texture and depth. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing the scene's contrasts.

Artwork Details

Date
1565
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4600 × 3492 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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