St. Jean dAcre from the Sea

About this work

This watercolor shows a busy harbor scene with small boats floating on calm water. In the foreground, a few wooden boats with tall masts and striped awnings are tied together. People in them wear head coverings and seem to be working or resting. In the background, a distant city with domes and spires lines the shore, and more boats dot the water. The artist used soft, light colors to show the quiet mood of the scene. The water looks smooth, and the buildings fade into the distance, giving a sense of depth. Next, look up Romanticism to see how artists used emotion and nature in their work.