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Fish-Houses

Charles A. Platt

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a harbor scene with buildings along the water's edge, viewed from a slightly elevated angle. The horizon is in the middle, where buildings meet the sky, with faint structures in the distance. Intricate lines depict buildings, boats, and water, with a muted sepia color palette. Close by, rocks and boats frame the view, leading to a cluster of industrial buildings with tall masts. The landscape extends into docks and ships, fading into the distant skyline.

Artwork Details

Date
1881
Medium
etching in black on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 2486 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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