Bordeaux
1866
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1866
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a busy harbor packed with ships. Big sailing vessels fill the water, tied up along docks. Smaller boats drift near the shore, and a few people are scattered across the scene. The buildings in the background are simple, with one large warehouse on the right. The artist focused on the details of the ships and water, using fine lines to show texture. This style fits the Realism movement, which aimed to depict everyday life truthfully. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this sketch in person.
