The image shows a waterfront scene with a ship close to us, its masts outlined against the sky. The horizon is low in the composition, with the ship forming a silhouette against the background. The artwork uses etching techniques with intricate details and shading. The color palette is sepia, emphasizing the contrast between the ship and the sky and water. Other boats with sails are visible in the distance on the right side, and trees are on the left.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1898, published 1900
- Medium
- etching on wove paper
- Dimensions
- 4368 × 3276 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original