The image shows a group of young boys in a rowing boat on the water, surrounded by sailing ships with tall masts and full sails. The boys are positioned in the boat in different ways, with three on one side and two on the other. The horizon is high in the image, and the water reflects the boats and sails. The artwork features fine and detailed brushwork, resembling traditional engraving or woodcut techniques. The color palette is monochrome, using varying densities of ink lines to create visual impact. The horizon lines create a sense of depth and distance in the vast sky.
Artwork Details
- Date
- published 1873
- Medium
- wood engraving on newsprint
- Dimensions
- 5120 × 3479 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original