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View in Plymouth Port (Vue prise dans le port de Plymouth), by Jules Dupré, ink, 1836

View in Plymouth Port (Vue prise dans le port de Plymouth)

Jules Dupré

1836

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

View in Plymouth Port (Vue prise dans le port de Plymouth) is a 1836 ink by Jules Dupré, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jules Dupré
When & what style?
1836 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a harbor scene with several boats, some with sails and others without. In the background, there are buildings and a cloudy sky. The artist has used lithography to create a detailed and textured image. The harbor is bustling with activity, with people on the shore and in the boats. The artist has captured the play of light on the water and the clouds, creating a sense of movement and energy. The overall effect is one of tranquility and beauty. This image is reminiscent of the work of Romanticism artists, who often depicted landscapes and seascapes with a focus on light and atmosphere.

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