Porto con una grande torre

Claude Lorrain, circa 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.
Artista
Claude Lorrain
Datazione
circa 1641
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Acquaforte su carta vergata
Dimensioni
12,6 × 16,6 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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