La Mer
1851
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1851
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a narrow, rocky coastline at dusk. The waves crash hard against jagged cliffs, and the water looks rough and dark. Light fades fast in the sky, leaving only a thin glow near the horizon. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to show the movement of the waves and mist. It feels wild and stormy, but also quiet. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this print in person.
