A Mediterranean Harbor
1604
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1604
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This black-and-white print shows three tall ships anchored in a harbor. The water is busy with small boats, and people are scattered along the shore. The ships have lots of ropes, sails, and masts, with flags at the top. The artist focused on the ships’ details, like the tangled rigging and the way the waves ripple. This style was common in the 1600s when artists studied how light and shadow worked. Next, look into Baroque to see how this style shaped art.
