Untitled
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a small boat rocking on choppy water, with four people inside. Behind them, two tall sailing ships float in the distance, their sails catching the wind. The sky is dark and stormy, while the waves crash below in deep blues and whites. Notice how the artist used loose, quick brushstrokes to show the rough sea—it almost feels like you can hear the waves. The people in the boat look calm, even though the water is wild. If you like this style, check out Cotman, Miles Edmund.
