The image shows a coastline under a turbulent sky. The horizon is low in the frame, emphasizing the vast sky. Expressive brushstrokes create dynamic clouds and waves. The color palette is grayscale, contrasting the sky with the beach and cliffs. Two figures walk along the rocky shoreline. The coastline curves into the distance, disappearing into darker tones. The image conveys the power of a coastal storm through light and shadow.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1830
- Medium
- mezzotint [progress proof] on chine collé
- Dimensions
- 4261 × 3344 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original