Christ on the Lake

Léonard Gaultier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a historical seaport scene. In the foreground, a group of figures dressed in detailed robes stand on the shore next to a ship that is docked with a flowing river or sea beside it. The ship appears ready to depart or having just arrived. Behind this scene, there is a depiction of an expansive coastal city, characterized by buildings with varied architecture, including towers and domes. In the distance, rolling hills and an aqueduct stretch across the landscape. The detailed engraving style emphasizes the textures and motion within the composition, including the fluidity of the water and the intricate designs of the garments and buildings.