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About this work

This sketch shows four tall ships with flapping sails, anchored in calm water. The boats are simple shapes—just masts and hulls—with a few dark smudges for details. The background is mostly pale, with a faint horizon line and a touch of orange near the ships. The artist used loose, watery strokes, letting the colors blend into soft patches. It feels quick, like a rough draft or a memory of the scene. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.