Der Abend

Französische Grafik 1898–1899, 1898

The image shows a seascape with a view from an elevated point overlooking a harbor scene. The horizon is in the upper third, with distant ships under sails. A large pier or structure is on the right, textured with pointillist brushstrokes. The color palette includes pastel shades of pinks, blues, and yellows, capturing light on the water and sky. Small sailboats with colorful sails are close by, reflecting warm tones onto the water. The sea beyond is in cooler blues and greens. The brushstroke technique is characterized by small, systematic dots of color blending optically from afar. The scene conveys a harmonious balance of movement and light.
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 shows a seascape with a view from an elevated point overlooking a harbor scene. The horizon is in the upper third, with distant ships under sails. A large pier or structure is on the right, textured with pointillist brushstrokes. The color palette includes pastel shades of pinks, blues, and yellows, capturing light on the water and sky. Small sailboats with colorful sails are close by, reflecting warm tones onto the water. The sea beyond is in cooler blues and greens. The brushstroke technique is characterized by small, systematic dots of color blending optically from afar. The scene conveys a harmonious balance of movement and light.

Französische Grafik 1898–1899