Clouds at Sunset

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857,

The image shows a view looking up into a sky dominated by swirling clouds. The horizon is indistinct, with the scene focused on clouds and colors, rather than the ground or structures. The painting uses a soft brushstroke technique, giving the clouds a blended appearance. The color palette includes warm shades of orange and red illuminating the clouds, contrasting with muted grays and browns in the sky. This mix of colors creates a dynamic visual effect, suggesting a dramatic sky.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
7.2 × 14.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a view looking up into a sky dominated by swirling clouds. The horizon is indistinct, with the scene focused on clouds and colors, rather than the ground or structures. The painting uses a soft brushstroke technique, giving the clouds a blended appearance. The color palette includes warm shades of orange and red illuminating the clouds, contrasting with muted grays and browns in the sky. This mix of colors creates a dynamic visual effect, suggesting a dramatic sky.

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857