The Close of the Day
1771
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1771
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This black-and-white print shows a quiet riverside scene with two people standing near the water. One holds a walking stick, while the other seems to gesture toward the trees. The river reflects the sky, and a small building sits in the distance, half-hidden by bushes. The title at the bottom calls it *The Close of the Day*, hinting at the fading light. The print’s rough lines and shadows give it a timeless, almost dreamy feel. Next, look up Romanticism to see how this mood fits into the movement.
