Artwork
Fishing boats on the beach at Nice
Fishing boats on the beach at Nice is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Edward William Cooke. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Fishing boats on the beach at Nice is a pencil drawing created by Edward Cooke in 1845. It captures a scene on the shore at Nice, featuring boats and figures.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts three people near the beach, engaged in leisure or fishing activities, with boats and a small harbor in the background. The scene conveys a sense of a summer day, as indicated by the date 'aug 25.45'.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose and quick lines, with some shading, giving it a rough yet lively feel. Cooke's sketchy style is evident in the execution of the work.
History & Provenance
The drawing is signed 'Ewcooke' and dated 'NICE aug 25.45', providing evidence of its creation in Nice on August 25, 1845.
Artist & collection
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