Ischia

About this work

This watercolor shows a small, rocky harbor with a few boats near shore. In the background, a cluster of white buildings clings to a hillside, with a church or tower standing out. The water is calm, and a couple of figures are loading or unloading from one of the boats. The colors are soft, with muted blues and grays, and the brushstrokes are loose but deliberate. The artist focused on light and shadow to give the scene depth, especially on the boats and buildings. This style was common in watercolors of the time. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.