The image shows a person standing on the bank of a narrow waterway, looking towards two sailboats gliding on calm water. In the background, there is a cluster of houses suggesting a village, with trees interspersed. The larger sailboat fills the left side of the image, with another boat seen in the distance. The reflection of the sails is mirrored in the water, conveying stillness. The image is in black and white, emphasizing shades of grey for a vintage atmosphere focused on form and light.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1886
- Medium
- platinum print
- Dimensions
- 2521 × 3407 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original