Le Port de mer à la grosse tour

Claude Lorrain, vers 1641

This image depicts a seascape view of a bustling harbor. The horizon is set low with a vast sky above it. Various ships with sails unfurled are visible on the horizon, along with a tower and docked ship on the left. Activity is seen along the shoreline, as people engage in loading activities. A large sailing ship occupies the right side of the image, with figures seen hauling barrels. The detailed line work suggests an etching style, creating a historical ambiance with a monochromatic color palette of black and gray.
Artiste
Claude Lorrain
Datation
vers 1641
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Eau-forte sur papier vergé
Dimensions
12,6 × 16,6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This image depicts a seascape view of a bustling harbor. The horizon is set low with a vast sky above it. Various ships with sails unfurled are visible on the horizon, along with a tower and docked ship on the left. Activity is seen along the shoreline, as people engage in loading activities. A large sailing ship occupies the right side of the image, with figures seen hauling barrels. The detailed line work suggests an etching style, creating a historical ambiance with a monochromatic color palette of black and gray.

Claude Lorrain