The Ramparts, Mont St. Michel, France

Britische Grafik 1870–1881, c. 1876

The image shows a coastal scenery with calm water reflecting structures in the background. A small boat with figures is seen on the left, and on the right, there are stone fortifications, possibly part of a castle. A rocky cliff blends into the architecture, and the sky merges into a light blue on the horizon. The color palette is soft, with pastel tones creating a tranquil atmosphere.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1870–1881
Date
c. 1876
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over graphite with scratching out, on wove paper
Dimensions
28.26 × 39.05 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a coastal scenery with calm water reflecting structures in the background. A small boat with figures is seen on the left, and on the right, there are stone fortifications, possibly part of a castle. A rocky cliff blends into the architecture, and the sky merges into a light blue on the horizon. The color palette is soft, with pastel tones creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Britische Grafik 1870–1881