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Cape Town

Maxwell Balfour

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a coastal landscape with the horizon at the top, where the sky meets the sea and a distant cityscape. A rainbow arches down from the clouds, adding color to the sky. The brushstrokes are soft and flowing, typical of watercolor techniques, contributing to a dreamlike quality. The color palette includes shades of blue, gray, green, and hints of red, with warmer tones indicating buildings and land formations. In the distance, mountains rise against the sky, partially shadowed and misty.

Artwork Details

Date
1900
Medium
watercolor and gouache on blue wove paper
Dimensions
4541 × 3274 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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