Sunset on the Coast at Villerville
1865
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1865
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
This painting shows a sunset on a rocky coastline. The sky is a warm, yellow-orange color with a few clouds. In the foreground, there are dark rocks and some greenery. A small body of water reflects the sky's colors. The artist used oil paint to create this scene. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The colors are muted, with the sky being the brightest part of the image. To learn more about the artist's techniques, look up chiaroscuro.
