Barque de pecheurs faisant escale dans les rochers de Collioure

Barque de pecheurs faisant escale dans les rochers de Collioure

Adolphe Appian

1858

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This is a black-and-white etching of a rocky coastline with a small fishing boat anchored near jagged cliffs. The water is rough, and a few people stand on the boat, while others are on the shore. The cliffs rise steeply, covered in sharp, uneven lines that make them look dramatic. The title says it’s a scene from Collioure, a place in France, where fishermen take a break. The artist used fine, detailed lines to show the texture of the rocks and waves. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this create depth with ink and acid.

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