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Night-Time Boat Ride

Carl August Lebschée

1828

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Night-Time Boat Ride is a 1828 ink by Carl August Lebschée, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Carl August Lebschée
When & what style?: 1828 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a quiet night scene by a river. A lone figure rows a small boat, while buildings and trees line the shore. The sky is dark with swirling clouds, but moonlight glints off the water. The artist used shading to create depth, making the night feel alive. This style was common in Romanticism, where nature and mood mattered more than details. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Lebschée made prints like this.