Scene in a Cave

Britische Grafik 1820–1830,

The image shows swirling, cloud-like shapes and curving lines dominating the upper part, creating an abstract scene. In the center, a dark form with an arching silhouette resembles the outline of a mushroom cap or a bird. Below, a small figure reclines with a candle, casting light highlighting the surrounding forms.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1820–1830
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor on wove paper
Dimensions
14.7 × 21.9 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows swirling, cloud-like shapes and curving lines dominating the upper part, creating an abstract scene. In the center, a dark form with an arching silhouette resembles the outline of a mushroom cap or a bird. Below, a small figure reclines with a candle, casting light highlighting the surrounding forms.

Britische Grafik 1820–1830