Stromschnellen vor bewaldeten Klippen

Französische Grafik 1781–1788, um 1780

The image is depicted from an elevated point of view, providing a broad perspective of the landscape. The horizon is positioned relatively high, showcasing distant rocky formations topped with trees. Just above the horizon, dense clouds stretch across the sky. The brushstrokes are smooth and consistent, giving a soft and cohesive texture to the elements within the scene. The overall color palette is dominated by a range of blues. Close to us, a wooden structure extends over a flowing body of water, where people can be seen. In the distance, rugged rock formations and tall, slender trees create a dramatic contrast against the expansive sky.
Künstler
Französische Grafik 1781–1788
Datierung
um 1780
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
gray wash with white gouache over traces of black chalk on blue laid paper
Maße
21,7 × 28,5 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The image is depicted from an elevated point of view, providing a broad perspective of the landscape. The horizon is positioned relatively high, showcasing distant rocky formations topped with trees. Just above the horizon, dense clouds stretch across the sky. The brushstrokes are smooth and consistent, giving a soft and cohesive texture to the elements within the scene. The overall color palette is dominated by a range of blues. Close to us, a wooden structure extends over a flowing body of water, where people can be seen. In the distance, rugged rock formations and tall, slender trees create a dramatic contrast against the expansive sky.

Französische Grafik 1781–1788