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A View in India

William Daniell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a coastal scene with water meeting land under a vast sky. The horizon line is slightly below the center, marking the meeting point of sea and land. A cluster of hills or mountains is visible on the horizon, with vegetation. Two sailboats float on the water, with their masts pointing towards the sky. The sky is almost monochromatic with a few soft clouds. The artwork is painted in light sepia tones, creating a serene and timeless atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1788
Medium
brown wash over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
4505 × 3466 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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