Fan with Wildflowers and Butterflies against the Norman Coast

Französische Grafik 1870–1879, vers 1875

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.
Artiste
Französische Grafik 1870–1879
Datation
vers 1875
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
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
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

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.

Französische Grafik 1870–1879