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Launching the Life Boat

Charles H. Woodbury

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a group of figures interacting with a boat on water. The drawing is created with loose and expressive lines emphasizing movement. In the center, figures seem to be propelling or guiding the boat. The background includes flowing lines and a few defined creases, representing a shoreline and distant landmasses. The style appears impressionistic, focusing on action and environment over details.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1930s
Medium
black lithographic crayon on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 3075 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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