The Calanque at Saint Tropez

Französische Grafik 1903–1929, 1906

The artwork presents a view of a calanque at Saint Tropez, depicted with expressive and loose brushstrokes. The composition is dominated by vibrant colors, with blues, oranges, greens, and yellows creating a lively palette. Closest to us, the rocky shore and water are illustrated with a mix of cool and warm tones. In the distance, the land curves around the water, with trees and vegetation painted in a variety of hues. The horizon is positioned higher in the image, giving prominence to the colorful cliffs and shoreline below. The style is sketch-like, with visible pencil marks and annotations.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1903–1929
Date
1906
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor and graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
28 × 43.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork presents a view of a calanque at Saint Tropez, depicted with expressive and loose brushstrokes. The composition is dominated by vibrant colors, with blues, oranges, greens, and yellows creating a lively palette. Closest to us, the rocky shore and water are illustrated with a mix of cool and warm tones. In the distance, the land curves around the water, with trees and vegetation painted in a variety of hues. The horizon is positioned higher in the image, giving prominence to the colorful cliffs and shoreline below. The style is sketch-like, with visible pencil marks and annotations.

Französische Grafik 1903–1929