Die Verlegung des Atlantikkabels in der Bucht von Foilhommerum, Irland

Britische Grafik 1851–1867, 1865

The image shows a view from an elevated point, looking at rugged cliffs by the sea. The cliffs dominate the scene, receding into softer hills in the background. The horizon is visible above the cliffs, emphasizing the open sky. The brushstrokes are delicate, defining the texture of the cliffs and sea. The color palette is muted with earthy tones. The sea is depicted as rocky and turbulent with small boats. Structures are seen on the cliffs in the distance.
Künstler
Britische Grafik 1851–1867
Datierung
1865
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
pen and black ink and brush and gray wash with white gouache over graphite on wove paper
Maße
23 × 32,1 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The image shows a view from an elevated point, looking at rugged cliffs by the sea. The cliffs dominate the scene, receding into softer hills in the background. The horizon is visible above the cliffs, emphasizing the open sky. The brushstrokes are delicate, defining the texture of the cliffs and sea. The color palette is muted with earthy tones. The sea is depicted as rocky and turbulent with small boats. Structures are seen on the cliffs in the distance.

Britische Grafik 1851–1867