View of the Sea, Normandy

Französische Grafik 1845–1855, 1852

The image shows a coastal landscape from an aerial perspective. A cliffside is on the left, leading down to blue-green waters. The horizon is high in the image, marking where the sky meets the sea. The sky is predominantly blue with swirling clouds painted in soft brushstrokes. The technique adds texture and depth to the clouds and water. The color palette includes earthy tones on the cliffside transitioning to deeper blues and greens in the sea. The image conveys natural beauty and the vastness of the coastal scene.
Artista
Französische Grafik 1845–1855
Datazione
1852
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
pastel on buff wove paper
Dimensioni
22 × 32 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows a coastal landscape from an aerial perspective. A cliffside is on the left, leading down to blue-green waters. The horizon is high in the image, marking where the sky meets the sea. The sky is predominantly blue with swirling clouds painted in soft brushstrokes. The technique adds texture and depth to the clouds and water. The color palette includes earthy tones on the cliffside transitioning to deeper blues and greens in the sea. The image conveys natural beauty and the vastness of the coastal scene.

Französische Grafik 1845–1855