Balaklava

Italienische Grafik 1824–1911, 1857

The artwork shows a landscape view from an elevated perspective, with the horizon set high in the composition. A mountain range stretches across the scene, with a peak topped by a structure rising in the distance. The brushstrokes are detailed and precise, capturing the texture of the rocky terrain and the greenery covering the slopes. The color palette is warm and earthy, featuring browns, greens, and hints of orange, contrasted against a light blue sky. Close to us, a group of small figures is on a rocky outcrop. In the distance, the landscape extends towards a body of water, reflecting the light of the sky.
Artista
Italienische Grafik 1824–1911
Fecha
1857
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
transparent and opaque watercolor on paper laid down on canvas
Medidas
76,5 × 112,6 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The artwork shows a landscape view from an elevated perspective, with the horizon set high in the composition. A mountain range stretches across the scene, with a peak topped by a structure rising in the distance. The brushstrokes are detailed and precise, capturing the texture of the rocky terrain and the greenery covering the slopes. The color palette is warm and earthy, featuring browns, greens, and hints of orange, contrasted against a light blue sky. Close to us, a group of small figures is on a rocky outcrop. In the distance, the landscape extends towards a body of water, reflecting the light of the sky.

Italienische Grafik 1824–1911