Calme

J. M. W. Turner, publié en 1812

The image depicts sailing boats on calm water from a direct viewpoint. The horizon is slightly above the center, with various sailing vessels across the water. The style comprises precise, linear etching capturing the texture of the sails and water, with the boats as the focal point. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones, giving an aged quality. Near us, sailors are visible on a smaller boat to the right, while larger boats with full sails dominate the center and left. In the distance, more ships are surrounded by a faint, cloudy sky, with birds flying overhead.
Artiste
J. M. W. Turner
Datation
publié en 1812
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Manière noire
Dimensions
21,4 × 30,4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image depicts sailing boats on calm water from a direct viewpoint. The horizon is slightly above the center, with various sailing vessels across the water. The style comprises precise, linear etching capturing the texture of the sails and water, with the boats as the focal point. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones, giving an aged quality. Near us, sailors are visible on a smaller boat to the right, while larger boats with full sails dominate the center and left. In the distance, more ships are surrounded by a faint, cloudy sky, with birds flying overhead.

J. M. W. Turner