Perry's Victory on Lake Erie

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877,

The image shows a naval battle scene viewed from a low angle on the water. The horizon is low in the image, and the ships dominate the space above it. The water is painted with shades of teal and blue, suggesting movement in the waves. The ships are depicted with detail, with sails filled with wind and cannons firing. Smoke fills the air, and flags fly atop the masts. The sky is painted in soft pastel blues and light grays, contrasting with the ships and smoke. The color palette includes earthy browns and dark tones, creating a vivid depiction of the historical naval scene.
Artista
Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
hand-colored lithograph
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows a naval battle scene viewed from a low angle on the water. The horizon is low in the image, and the ships dominate the space above it. The water is painted with shades of teal and blue, suggesting movement in the waves. The ships are depicted with detail, with sails filled with wind and cannons firing. Smoke fills the air, and flags fly atop the masts. The sky is painted in soft pastel blues and light grays, contrasting with the ships and smoke. The color palette includes earthy browns and dark tones, creating a vivid depiction of the historical naval scene.

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877