A Rocky Shore at Coombmartin, Devon (Combe Martin Bay)

Engels landschap en aquarel, 1783

The image shows a landscape view from a slightly elevated perspective. In the foreground, there is calm water with a small boat and figures. In the background, there are rocky cliffs, hills, a path, and a few structures among trees. Rolling hills lead to the horizon, meeting the sky. The artwork features delicate and precise brushstrokes, defining textures of rocks and foliage. Ink washes suggest contours and lighting. The color palette includes shades of gray and muted earth tones, creating a serene visual effect.
Kunstenaar
Engels landschap en aquarel
Datering
1783
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
pen and gray-brown ink and wash on laid paper
Afmetingen
24,5 × 34,8 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image shows a landscape view from a slightly elevated perspective. In the foreground, there is calm water with a small boat and figures. In the background, there are rocky cliffs, hills, a path, and a few structures among trees. Rolling hills lead to the horizon, meeting the sky. The artwork features delicate and precise brushstrokes, defining textures of rocks and foliage. Ink washes suggest contours and lighting. The color palette includes shades of gray and muted earth tones, creating a serene visual effect.

Engels landschap en aquarel