The image shows a castle or fortification near a body of water, possibly a river or lake. The viewpoint is from across the water, giving a direct look at the structure. The style is fine etching, with detailed lines depicting stone walls and foliage. The color palette is mainly shades of gray. A boat with a sail and a person fishing is in the foreground, with the castle and trees beyond. Another sailboat is visible in the distance.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1770/1782
- Medium
- etching with aquatint on chine collé
- Dimensions
- 1750 × 1369 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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