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Ship Navigating Near Rocks

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a ship at sea viewed from a slightly elevated point of view. The horizon line is low, separating the water and the sky. The ship is detailed with lines and hatches for sails, rigging, and hull. The sea has wavy lines, while the sky has hatching for clouds and sunlight. The scene features a monochromatic color palette with shades of brown on a lighter paper surface, resembling an old etching.

Artwork Details

Date
1628
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3476 × 2568 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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