The Ramparts, Mont St. Michel, France
1876
watercolor
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1876
watercolor
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This watercolor shows a rocky island with a walled village on top. The buildings cling to the cliffs, and a few people and horses are scattered below. The water looks calm, and the sky is pale and soft. The artist used loose brushstrokes to capture light and texture, especially on the cliffs and water. The painting feels quick but careful, like a sketch that still holds details. Look up watercolor to see how artists mix paint and water for this effect.
