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View of the Islands of Nisida and Capri

Friedrich Salathé

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape with a horizon where land meets the sea. The horizon is near the upper third of the image, emphasizing the expanse. Hills and a coastal line are visible in the distance, adding depth. The sketch uses a light monochrome palette with brown and gray washes, loose brushstrokes for texture. Rocky outcrops and trees are depicted closer to the viewer, blending into the pale sky. Ink and graphite lines indicate fine details of vegetation and structures.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1819
Medium
graphite and brown wash on laid paper
Dimensions
4959 × 2964 px
Public Domain
Yes
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