This is a drawing of a figure holding an umbrella, gesturing dramatically on a dockside. The image depicts a port setting with ships in the background. A sign post marked "ANGLETERRE" (England) is visible. Other figures in 19th-century attire are present in the background. The central figure's exaggerated gesture and facial expression are captured in a caricature style, adding a satirical tone. The drawing is detailed with cross-hatching used for shadows and depth, providing a lively representation of the historic harbor setting.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1848
- Medium
- lithograph
- Dimensions
- 4000 × 3085 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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