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Fishing on the Havel River

Wilhelm Oesterle

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a fisherman standing near the water's edge, with the horizon placed beyond the center line. A body of water stretches out towards the horizon, with low vegetation on the left partially obscuring a small boat. Indistinct landforms are visible on the horizon, suggesting distant shores. The artist's brushstrokes are loose and sketchy, giving the scene a sense of spontaneity and simplicity. The color palette is monochromatic, with various shades of grey and black creating a somber, tranquil atmosphere. The fisherman's posture is slightly slumped as he holds his fishing rod over the water, showing his focus on the activity.

Artwork Details

Date
1922
Medium
etching, aquatint and open-bite on heavy wove paper
Dimensions
4888 × 3612 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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