A Rocky Seacoast in a Storm

Französische Grafik 1830–1844, 1840s

The image shows a rugged coastline with a rocky shore on the right. The sea and sky have a grey-blue hue, suggesting a stormy or overcast atmosphere. Waves are crashing against the rocks. A ship with a tilted mast is partially submerged in the water. The brushstrokes are delicate and soft, creating a misty effect. The color palette includes muted grays, blues, and earthy browns. The sky is cloudy, adding to the foreboding atmosphere.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1830–1844
Date
1840s
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor with gouache and gum arabic on wove paper
Dimensions
26 × 42.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a rugged coastline with a rocky shore on the right. The sea and sky have a grey-blue hue, suggesting a stormy or overcast atmosphere. Waves are crashing against the rocks. A ship with a tilted mast is partially submerged in the water. The brushstrokes are delicate and soft, creating a misty effect. The color palette includes muted grays, blues, and earthy browns. The sky is cloudy, adding to the foreboding atmosphere.

Französische Grafik 1830–1844