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Drown'd, by Elizabeth Howitt, ink, 1808

Drown'd

Elizabeth Howitt

1808

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Drown'd is a 1808 ink by Elizabeth Howitt, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Elizabeth Howitt
When & what style?
1808 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a group of people gathered on a beach, with a large boat in the background. The group is dressed in colorful clothing, with one person lying on the ground. The scene is depicted in a romanticized style, with soft colors and gentle lines. In the foreground, the group is shown in various poses, with some looking out to sea and others turned towards the viewer. The boat in the background adds a sense of depth and context to the scene. The painting is an example of Romanticism, a movement that emphasized emotion and imagination. For more information on this style, look up Romanticism.

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