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Sailboat on an Estuary

Jan van Goyen

National Gallery of Art

The drawing shows an elevated view of a waterway with a sailboat on the right. The horizon is low, with trees and shrubs separating the water and sky. The pencil strokes capture the water and foliage with a light touch. The monochrome palette adds a serene quality. The reflection of the boat is depicted with heavier strokes, while the background trees have lighter detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1627-1629
Medium
black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
5249 × 2711 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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