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Easterly Coming

Charles H. Woodbury

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a seascape with rowing boats scattered across the water. The viewpoint is elevated, looking downward towards the boats. The horizon is high, with rocky landforms visible through the waves, suggesting a rugged coastline. The artwork uses a sketch-like technique with fine lines to depict texture and movement, especially in the water and waves. The color palette is subdued, mainly beige and black, creating a monochrome aesthetic. A larger boat with a figure rowing is close to us, leading the eye to other boats with solitary figures in the distance, contributing to the scene's atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1925
Medium
etching in black on laid paper
Dimensions
4000 × 3272 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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