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Honfleur

Richard Parkes Bonington

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a landscape near a coastal area, with a high horizon line showing the shoreline and water. The composition features light brushstrokes suggesting boats and figures, resembling watercolor technique. The color palette includes shades of brown, sepia, and a hint of a shoreline with trees. Boats and figures are centered in the image.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1821
Medium
brown wash over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
11808 × 7571 px
Public Domain
Yes
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