The image depicts an aerial view overlooking a body of water. The horizon is positioned high, showing water meeting distant land and the sky. Mountains or hills are subtly indicated in the distance with light pencil lines. The drawing style is loose with delicate strokes defining the rocky landscape. The color scheme is monochromatic, with various shades of gray on beige paper. The water reflects minimal detail, suggesting a calm scene, with small sailboats adding points of interest.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1860s
- Medium
- graphite with touches of white heightening on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 5168 × 3434 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original