Packet Ship Passing Castle Williams, New York Harbor

Amerikanische Malerei 1850–1857, mid 19th century

The artwork shows a packet ship sailing through New York Harbor, with Castle Williams on the left. The ship's sails are fully unfurled, moving through choppy, green-tinged waters. The sky has a mix of blue, pink, and orange tones. The clouds are voluminous and illuminated. Beyond the ship, other sailboats are visible, and a shoreline with structures and a hill is on the right. The horizon is low. The brushstrokes are smooth and detailed.
Kunstenaar
Amerikanische Malerei 1850–1857
Datering
mid 19th century
Soort
Schilderij
Techniek
oil on canvas
Afmetingen
56,5 × 76,1 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The artwork shows a packet ship sailing through New York Harbor, with Castle Williams on the left. The ship's sails are fully unfurled, moving through choppy, green-tinged waters. The sky has a mix of blue, pink, and orange tones. The clouds are voluminous and illuminated. Beyond the ship, other sailboats are visible, and a shoreline with structures and a hill is on the right. The horizon is low. The brushstrokes are smooth and detailed.

Amerikanische Malerei 1850–1857