Harbor with a Large Tower (Le Port de mer à la grosse tour)

Claude Lorrain, c. 1641

This image depicts a seascape view of a bustling harbor. The horizon is set low with a vast sky above it. Various ships with sails unfurled are visible on the horizon, along with a tower and docked ship on the left. Activity is seen along the shoreline, as people engage in loading activities. A large sailing ship occupies the right side of the image, with figures seen hauling barrels. The detailed line work suggests an etching style, creating a historical ambiance with a monochromatic color palette of black and gray.
Artist
Claude Lorrain
Date
c. 1641
Type
Print
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
12.6 × 16.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This image depicts a seascape view of a bustling harbor. The horizon is set low with a vast sky above it. Various ships with sails unfurled are visible on the horizon, along with a tower and docked ship on the left. Activity is seen along the shoreline, as people engage in loading activities. A large sailing ship occupies the right side of the image, with figures seen hauling barrels. The detailed line work suggests an etching style, creating a historical ambiance with a monochromatic color palette of black and gray.

Claude Lorrain