1863
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Océanie, ilots à Uvea (Wallis); Peche aux palmes, 1845 (Oceania: Fishing, Near Islands with Palms in the Uea or Wallis Group) is a 1863 ink by Charles Meryon, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a serene tropical scene. In the foreground, a group of people are wading in the shallow waters, their figures small against the vast expanse of the ocean. On the right, a cluster of palm trees rises from a small island, while a ship sails in the distance. The etching's details are noteworthy, particularly the texture of the palm fronds and the gentle ripples in the water. The overall mood is one of tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world depicted. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the paintings of Meryon, Charles.
Charles Meryon (sometimes Méryon, 23 November 1821 – 14 February 1868) was a French artist who worked almost entirely in etching, as he had colour blindness.
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