The Laying of the Atlantic Cable at Foilhommerum Bay, Ireland

Britische Grafik 1851–1867, 1865

The image shows a view from an elevated point, looking at rugged cliffs by the sea. The cliffs dominate the scene, receding into softer hills in the background. The horizon is visible above the cliffs, emphasizing the open sky. The brushstrokes are delicate, defining the texture of the cliffs and sea. The color palette is muted with earthy tones. The sea is depicted as rocky and turbulent with small boats. Structures are seen on the cliffs in the distance.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1851–1867
Date
1865
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and black ink and brush and gray wash with white gouache over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
23 × 32.1 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a view from an elevated point, looking at rugged cliffs by the sea. The cliffs dominate the scene, receding into softer hills in the background. The horizon is visible above the cliffs, emphasizing the open sky. The brushstrokes are delicate, defining the texture of the cliffs and sea. The color palette is muted with earthy tones. The sea is depicted as rocky and turbulent with small boats. Structures are seen on the cliffs in the distance.

Britische Grafik 1851–1867