The image depicts a marina or port scene from an elevated perspective, showing activity on the water and figures on the shore. The horizon is suggested by distant ships and a lighthouse on the right. The artwork uses dynamic brushstrokes to convey movement, particularly in the waves and a sail. The color palette is soft, with beige, cream, and black tones, giving the image an aged look. People are gathered at the water's edge, with ships in the distance adding depth to the scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1869
- Medium
- charcoal heightened with white gouache on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 5292 × 3220 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original