Study of Clouds over the Sea
1842
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
1842
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Study of Clouds over the Sea is a 1842 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This drawing shows a moody sky with thick, dark clouds rolling over a flat, gray sea. The clouds are heavy and uneven, with patches of lighter gray breaking through. The horizon line is low, making the water look calm but the sky feel heavy. The artist used soft, blended strokes to create the clouds, almost like smudged pencil marks. The sea below is barely textured, just a smooth, muted gray. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching next.
