Der Abend

Französische Grafik 1898–1899, 1898

The image depicts a scene overlooking water from an elevated angle. The horizon is high in the composition, separating water and sky. A pier extends towards the horizon, with a three-masted sailing ship in the left distance. The artwork uses Pointillist brushstrokes, creating a mosaic-like texture. The color palette includes soft pastel hues of blues, greens, and pinks, creating a serene atmosphere. Small boats with colorful sails are on the water, reflecting the same stippled technique. To the right, a large structure, possibly a lighthouse or pier, casts shadows. In the distance, ships with full sails are visible under the subtly colored sky.
Künstler
Französische Grafik 1898–1899
Datierung
1898
Gattung
Druckgrafik
Technik
5-color lithograph
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The image depicts a scene overlooking water from an elevated angle. The horizon is high in the composition, separating water and sky. A pier extends towards the horizon, with a three-masted sailing ship in the left distance. The artwork uses Pointillist brushstrokes, creating a mosaic-like texture. The color palette includes soft pastel hues of blues, greens, and pinks, creating a serene atmosphere. Small boats with colorful sails are on the water, reflecting the same stippled technique. To the right, a large structure, possibly a lighthouse or pier, casts shadows. In the distance, ships with full sails are visible under the subtly colored sky.

Französische Grafik 1898–1899