Cape Town
1900
gouache
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1900
gouache
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Cape Town is a 1900 gouache by Maxwell Balfour, held at National Gallery of Art.
This watercolor painting depicts a scenic view of Cape Town, with a rainbow stretching across the sky. The town is situated on the right side of the painting, with buildings and structures visible. In the background, a mountain range rises up, adding depth to the scene. The artist's use of color is noteworthy, with a range of blues and grays used to capture the misty atmosphere of the town. The rainbow adds a pop of color to the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the center of the composition. The painting's use of watercolor and gouache on blue wove paper gives it a unique texture and feel. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the world of watercolor.
