L. Th. de la Ris vue de la Pallice
1904
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1904
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This picture shows a quiet beach scene. The sand has smooth, wavy lines drawn into it. A few small boats sit near the shore, and a town with buildings and trees sits far off in the distance. The artist used light ink on a pale background. The lines look like they were made by hand, almost like a sketch. The whole thing feels calm and simple. If you like this style, check out Impressionism.