Fan with Wildflowers and Butterflies against the Norman Coast
Französische Grafik 1870–1879, c. 1875
- Artist
- Französische Grafik 1870–1879
- Date
- c. 1875
- Type
- Drawing
- Medium
- gouache with gold highlights over graphite on silk; laid down on paper
- Dimensions
- overall (approximate): 15 × 52.1 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
The image shows a semi-circular artwork that features a blend of nature and a coastal scene. The foreground displays colorful blossoms and butterflies, while the background reveals a sandy beach extending towards a horizon where the ocean meets the sky. A figure is walking on the beach with a parasol. The color palette transitions from warm tones in the foreground to cooler tones in the background.