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Le Peintre de Marine (The Marine Painter)

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

1879

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Marine

Dominant colour

Le Peintre de Marine (The Marine Painter) is a 1879 ink by Félix-Hilaire Buhot, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Félix-Hilaire Buhot
When & what style?: 1879 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a lone figure walking along a beach at dusk. The person carries a bundle on their back and a long pole in their hand. The sky is dark and swirling, while the sand and waves below look rough and uneven. The artist used a mix of fine lines and rough textures to show movement in the air and water. This style makes the scene feel restless and alive. Look up etching to see how artists create detailed prints like this one.