A Loch in Scotland

Britische Grafik 1805–1819,

The painting shows a view of a Scottish loch, with the horizon placed low, allowing the sky to dominate the scene. The loch's still waters reflect the mountains in the distance. The brushstrokes are smooth and detailed, capturing the texture of the landscape and the play of light. The color palette is composed of browns and greens, contrasting with the blues and whites of the sky and water. Trees frame the right side, while cows are seen standing in the shallow water.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1805–1819
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
48.5 × 78.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The painting shows a view of a Scottish loch, with the horizon placed low, allowing the sky to dominate the scene. The loch's still waters reflect the mountains in the distance. The brushstrokes are smooth and detailed, capturing the texture of the landscape and the play of light. The color palette is composed of browns and greens, contrasting with the blues and whites of the sky and water. Trees frame the right side, while cows are seen standing in the shallow water.

Britische Grafik 1805–1819