1864
gouache
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Salute and the Palazzo Ducale from the Bacino di San Marco is a 1864 gouache by Hercules Brabazon Brabazon, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a waterfront scene with soft, blurry colors. On the left, a rocky cliff rises, while in the middle, a tall, pale tower stands out against a hazy sky. The water below is a mix of dark and light blues, with a few red and yellow spots near the shore. The artist used loose, sketchy lines and layered colors to create a dreamy, misty look. The light is warm, almost like late afternoon, but everything feels a little unclear. If you like this style, check out the Romanticism movement next.
Hercules Brabazon Brabazon (born Hercules Brabazon Sharpe; 27 November 1821 – 14 May 1906) was an English artist, accomplished in Turner-manner watercolours.
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